CAP Rotala Blood Red | Live Cup Plant

CAP rotala Blood Red is a stunning stem plant widely used in aquarium aquascaping for its intense red coloration and elegant leaf structure. This plant is typically supplied in a potted form with healthy stems that adapt quickly to submerged conditions. Under high lighting and proper CO₂ supplementation, the leaves develop a deep red to crimson shade, creating a striking contrast against green plants in the aquarium.

Specifications

• Plant Name: Rotala Blood Red
• Scientific Name: Rotala rotundifolia ‘Blood Red’
• Plant Type: Stem plant
• Placement: Midground / Background
• Growth Rate: Medium
• Lighting Requirement: Medium to High
• CO₂ Requirement: Medium to High (recommended for best color)
• Difficulty Level: Medium to Advanced
• Temperature Range: 20–28°C
• pH Range: 6.0 – 7.5
• Propagation: Stem cuttings
• Growth Form: Upright, branching stems

Key Features – Rotala Blood Red

• Rich deep red coloration under high lighting conditions
• Elegant fine-leaf stem plant with soft texture
• Perfect for midground to background placement
• Creates strong contrast in aquascapes
• Develops dense, bushy growth with regular trimming
• Suitable for high-tech planted aquariums (CO₂ recommended)
• Transitions from green (emersed) to red (submerged)
• Enhances depth and visual appeal in aquarium