Rotala Macranda 'Narrow Leaf'

Rotala Macrandra Narrow Leaf is a unique and attractive variant of the classic Rotala Macrandra, known for its significantly narrower leaves. This variety originates from the Sreepadma GroWoW! series, a line of tissue-cultured plants renowned for their quality and consistency. Rotala Macrandra Narrow Leaf exhibits the same vibrant red coloration as its broader-leaved counterpart but offers a more delicate and refined appearance due to its slender, elongated leaves. This makes it an excellent choice for aquarists looking to add a touch of elegance and color to their aquascapes.

Rotala Macrandra Narrow Leaf thrives in high-tech setups, requiring strong lighting and CO2 supplementation to maintain its vibrant coloration and promote healthy growth. Like other macrandra variants, it prefers nutrient-rich substrates and benefits from regular liquid fertilization. The plant’s narrow leaves make it particularly well-suited for midground placement in a planted tank, where it can be used to create stunning contrasts with broader-leaved plants or to complement other fine-textured species.

Sreepadma GroWoW! Series Quality

As with other plants from the Sreepadma GroWoW! series, Rotala Macrandra Narrow Leaf is carefully cultivated to ensure optimal health and vibrant coloration. The series is known for producing high-quality, pest-free plants, making them a reliable choice for aquarists seeking to enhance their aquascapes with beautiful and unique specimens.

Care Tips:

• Substrate: Requires nutrient-rich substrate or aqua soil for optimal growth.
• Lighting: High lighting is essential to maintain the vibrant red coloration and promote healthy growth.
• Temperature: Ideal water temperatures range from 22-28°C (72-82°F).
• pH: Prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH, ideally between 6.0-7.0.
• Nutrients: Regular liquid fertilization and CO2 supplementation are necessary to support its growth.
• Propagation: Propagates through stem cuttings; replant cuttings to encourage fuller, bushier growth.
• Growth: Moderate to fast, with a preference for lean dosing to maintain its delicate structure.
• Difficulty: Intermediate to advanced; suitable for experienced aquarists.