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Rotala Blood Red

$1.00 - Per Stem

Rotala Blood Red is a striking aquarium plant with vibrant red foliage, perfect for creating dramatic, colourful accents in your high-tech aquascape. Requires CO₂, strong lighting, and regular fertilization for optimal growth.

Quantity	Price	Discount
1-4	$1.00	0%
5-9	$0.95	5%
10+	$0.90	10%

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Categories: Plants, Grower’s Choice, Specialist Picks

Description

Add a splash of stunning red to your aquarium with Rotala Blood Red, a unique and fast-growing plant that brings bold colour and texture to any aquascape. Known for its intense red hues, this plant thrives in high-tech setups with proper CO₂ supplementation and consistent lighting. Perfect for creating vibrant midground or background features, Rotala Blood Red will make your aquarium stand out.

Detailed Care Requirements:

Temperature: 22 to 28°C
Carbonate Hardness (KH): Up to 10°dKH
General Hardness (GH): Up to 15°dGH
CO₂: Regular injection (6–14 mg/L) for deep red coloration (Learn more about CO₂ injection systems).
Substrate: Nutrient-rich substrate or fine-gravel (What is aqua soil?).
Water pH Value: 6 to 7.5 (How to adjust aquarium pH).
NH3/NH4+: Recommended 0.5 ppm
Nitrite (NO2-): Recommended 0.01 mg/L
Nitrate (NO3-): Optimal at 10 mg/L (Aquarium water parameters guide).
Fertilizer: Apply 2–3 times per week (Shop aquarium fertilizers).
Care Input: Medium to High
Maintenance Difficulty: Moderate
Light Provision: Moderate to High (approx. 0.50 watt per liter)

Why Choose Rotala Blood Red for Your Aquarium?

Rotala Blood Red is perfect for those seeking a plant with dramatic coloration. Its vivid red tones will contrast beautifully with other green plants, adding depth and intensity to your aquascaping projects. It’s ideal for aquariums that can provide the proper light and CO₂ conditions, giving your tank a striking and lively appearance.

For the best results, use in a well-maintained setup with consistent CO₂ injection and balanced fertilization. Check out our guide to high-tech aquarium setups.

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