Tropica Rotala rotundifolia 'Blood Red' 1-2 Grow!

You will receive: 1 cup (1-2 Grow!), ready to plant — tissue culture, free from algae, snails, and unwanted organisms.

⚠️ Difficulty: Medium — Rotala 'Blood Red' develops the deepest red color with plenty of light and CO₂.

Rotala rotundifolia 'Blood Red' is an intensely red stem plant that develops a deep red color under optimal conditions — one of the reddest Rotala varieties available. Ideal for the background as a color accent in aquascapes.

🌿 Plant specifications

🚚 Delivery & warranty

• Freshly delivered as Tropica 1-2 Grow! tissue culture — ready to plant
• Shipping Tuesday or Friday → Read more about shipping
• Delivery with track & trace, usually within 1–2 business days
• Received dead? We will resolve this together. Contact us within 24 hours of receipt with a photo.
• Free shipping from €59,-

✂️ Care

Plant Rotala 'Blood Red' in small bundles in a nutrient-rich substrate. Trim the tops regularly to encourage branching. Plenty of light and CO₂ are essential for the deepest red color. Regularly add liquid plant fertilizer, such as Sera Florena.

💡 Planting tip

Combine 'Blood Red' with green stem plants or light-green carpeting plants for maximum color contrast in the aquarium.

❓ Frequently asked questions

Why aren't my leaves turning red?
Deep red color requires a lot of light and CO₂. Without these conditions, the plant will remain pink to light green.

What is a 1-2 Grow! cup?
A tissue culture plant from Tropica, completely free of algae, snails, and other unwanted organisms.

How fast does Rotala 'Blood Red' grow?
Under optimal conditions, the plant grows quickly and needs regular trimming.

Is this plant suitable for a shrimp tank?
Yes, completely shrimp-friendly.

Do you have another question? Feel free to contact us — we are happy to help you make the right choice for your aquarium.