Rotala Macranda 'Mini Gold'
Rotala Macranda 'Mini Gold'
Rotala Macrandra 'Mini Gold' is a stunning new variant from the renowned Sreepadma GroWoW! series, known for producing high-quality tissue-cultured aquatic plants. This plant stands out due to its unique coloration, which ranges from a light yellow-orange or light gold to a red-orange, depending on the lighting and nutrient conditions. Rotala Macrandra 'Mini Gold' is perfect for aquarists looking to add a vibrant splash of color to their aquascapes, particularly in the midground or as an accent plant.
This variety prefers lean dosing, which helps to maintain its delicate coloration and promote healthy, compact growth. It's particularly well-suited for high-tech setups with strong lighting and CO2 supplementation, which bring out its full potential. Its smaller size and distinctive colors make it a great choice for creating contrast in planted tanks, especially when paired with green or darker-colored plants.
Sreepadma GroWoW! Series Quality
As part of the Sreepadma GroWoW! series, Rotala Macrandra 'Mini Gold' benefits from the careful cultivation practices that ensure high-quality, pest-free plants. This series is recognized for its consistency and the exceptional condition of its tissue-cultured plants, making them an excellent choice for aquarists who want reliable, beautiful additions to their aquascapes.
Care Tips:
- Substrate: Use nutrient-rich substrate or aqua soil.
- Lighting: Requires high lighting for optimal coloration and growth.
- Temperature: Best grown in water temperatures between 22-28°C (72-82°F).
- pH: Prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH, ideally between 6.0-7.0.
- Nutrients: Responds well to lean dosing; regular fertilization and CO2 supplementation are necessary.
- Propagation: Propagates through stem cuttings; plant cuttings to encourage bushier growth.
- Growth: Moderate to fast, with compact growth and vibrant coloration.
- Difficulty: Intermediate to advanced; suitable for experienced aquarists.