Care Guide
Family Name: Lythraceae
Rotala Macrandra Narrow Leaf
Care at a Glance
Lighting
Moderate to intense
Growth Rate
Fast under good conditions
Growth Form
Stem
Placement
Background, or mid-ground with regular trimming
True Aquatic
Yes
Available As
Bunch
About This Plant
Rotala macrandra “Narrow leaf” is is very similar in growth demands to the “normal” Rotala macrandra . This plant is very variable in nature, an Narrow leaf” form grown by Florida Aquatic Nurseries gives aquarists another leaf form in a brightly colored stem to work with in their aquascape. Rotala macrandra “Narrow leaf” demands at least moderate light levels and it must have supplemental CO2 and good nutrition or it will be prone to melting, and will never look its best. Under good conditions, however, the plant is breath-taking and a fast grower.
Care Requirements
Demanding supplemental CO2 and good nutrient support
Native To
Southern India
Available to Purchase
Family Name: Lythraceae — $19.99
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