Rotala Bonsai - Premium Cuts
Add compact beauty and a unique shape to your aquarium with our Rotala Bonsai premium cuts!
Overview:
- Scientific Name: Rotala indica ‘Bonsai’
- Family: Lythraceae
- Origin: Asia (cultivar)
- Growth Rate: Slow to Moderate
- Light Requirement: Medium to High
- CO₂ Requirement: Beneficial for compact growth
- Ideal Placement: Foreground to Midground
Description:
Rotala Bonsai, a popular cultivar of Rotala indica, is a compact, slow-growing aquatic plant known for its small, rounded leaves and dense growth pattern. Unlike other Rotala species, Rotala Bonsai stays low and bushy, making it ideal for foreground or midground placement in aquascapes. Our premium cuts ensure that you receive healthy, top-quality portions for faster rooting and establishment in your tank, helping create a visually striking aquascape.
Care Guidelines:
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Lighting: Medium to high lighting helps maintain the plant’s compact form and enhances its green hues, which may develop a reddish tint in intense light.
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CO₂ and Nutrients: While CO₂ is not strictly required, adding CO₂ will encourage more robust, compact growth. Regular fertilization, especially with nutrients like iron, enhances color and growth.
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Water Parameters: Rotala Bonsai thrives in slightly acidic to neutral water (pH 6.0 - 7.5) and at temperatures of 72-82°F (22-28°C).
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Planting Tips: Place Rotala Bonsai in the foreground or midground, either as a single cluster or as a lush carpet by planting multiple stems. Regular trimming helps maintain its desired shape and keeps it looking dense and vibrant.
Benefits in an Aquascape:
Rotala Bonsai’s unique, compact growth and rounded leaf structure add a distinctive texture to aquascapes. This plant works well in minimalist layouts and complements both hardscape and softscape elements. As a slow grower, it requires less maintenance than faster-growing Rotala species, making it an excellent choice for creating depth and structure in aquascapes without frequent trimming.
