Rotala Wallichii Long Leaf - IC389
Rotala Wallichii Long Leaf - IC389
Rotala wallichii "Long Leaf" is the name given to this lovely Rotala with excellent leaves. Its identification as R. wallichii, however, has yet to be confirmed. Its exact origin is uncertain, however, it is thought to originate in tropical Asia.
\Water Parameters
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Temperature: 22–28°C
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pH: 6.0–7.5
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Hardness: Soft to medium water
Lighting
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Requires high-intensity light for red coloration and compact growth.
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Low light causes leaves to turn green and stems to elongate.
Substrate & Nutrients
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Thrives in nutrient-rich substrate.
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Benefits from liquid fertilizers and CO₂ injection to maintain vibrant red hues.
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Iron supplementation enhances leaf coloration.
Growth & Maintenance
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Moderate to fast-growing; trim regularly to encourage bushy, compact growth.
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Propagation is via stem cuttings; replant trimmed tops to fill midground or background areas.
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Avoid overcrowding for optimal light penetration.
Placement in Aquascape
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Best suited for background or midground planting.
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Creates a flowing, delicate texture that contrasts well with green carpeting plants.
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Popular in nature-style, Dutch, and high-tech aquascapes.
Plant Format
Tissue Culture
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We offer a diverse range of tissue cultured aquarium plant varieties. Our cultures provide substantial planting portions, and when combined with high-quality fertilizers and CO₂ injection will grow into healthy aquatic plants.
Just lower the root portion of the tissue culture's clump that needs to be planted directly into the soil until it is buried halfway into the aquatic soil.
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