ADA IC025 Rotala Wallichii Vietnam

ADA IC025 Rotala wallichii “Vietnam” – Fine-Leaf Rose Stem

Rotala wallichii “Vietnam”, often called Rose Rotala, showcases delicate, finely-textured leaves and striking reddish-pink hues when grown under strong lighting and CO₂ supplementation. It creates an ethereal, feathery backdrop for planted tanks.

Plant Specifications

Care & Aquascaping Tips

• Plant in groups of 3–5 stems spaced 2–3 cm apart for lush, feathery coverage.
• Requires strong lighting (≥100 µmol PAR) and stable CO₂ levels (around 20 ppm) to promote pink coloration and dense growth.
• Thrive in a nutrient-rich substrate with regular dosing of iron, nitrates, and phosphates.
• Keep water temperature between 22–28 °C and pH just below neutral (6.5–7.2).
• Trim routine tops to encourage branching; replant cuttings to form dense thickets.

Planting & Propagation Recommendations

• Use tweezers to firmly place stems 2–3 cm deep into substrate.
• Replant trimmings immediately in clusters to expand coverage.
• Pair with broader-leafed foreground plants for contrast in texture.
• Avoid shading by taller background plants or hardscape behind Rose Rotala.