Rotala Rotundifolia Shimoga

Rotala Rotundifolia 'Shimoga' is an aquarium stem plant that stands out! This variation features slightly translucent, soft green leaves that curl upward to reveal baby pink undersides. Its a medium-sized Rotala that grows upright. This quality makes it a great background plant for standard to large planted aquariums. With its distinctive leaf shape and palette, Rotala Shimoga is a great aquarium plant that provides texture and pops of color to any aquascape.

For the best form and color, plant it in a tank it with CO2, moderate to high lighting and a nutrient-rich aquasoil. Once established, try adding root tabs or liquid aquatic plant fertilizers for essential micro and macronutrients. You'll know your Rotala is happy when it starts growing fast and needs regular trimming. On the bright side, you can replant cuttings to achieve healthy bushes, start another planted tank or share!