Rotala macrandra Green Mini

Rotala macrandra Green Mini is a beautiful and relatively compact variety of Rotala macrandra, popular among aquascapers for its unique leaf shape and ability to change appearance depending on lighting conditions. It is closely associated with the plant commonly known as Rotala macrandra “Wavy” in Germany.

One of the most attractive features of Rotala macrandra Green Mini is its changing appearance. Under moderate aquarium lighting, it develops elongated, light-green leaves with reddish stems. The leaf edges have a distinctive slightly serrated appearance, while the leaf tips are generally rounded.

When grown under stronger lighting, the leaves can develop attractive reddish tones. New shoots may also produce leaves ranging from oval to almost round, often with smoother edges. These changes can make the plant look significantly different depending on the aquarium conditions.

The emersed form produces round green leaves growing on reddish stems, similar to the typical terrestrial form of Rotala macrandra.

Rotala macrandra Green Mini for Aquascaping

This compact Rotala is a great choice for planted aquariums and aquascaping layouts where you want attractive stem plants with changing colours and textures. With suitable lighting and stable aquarium conditions, it can become an eye-catching addition to a planted tank.

For aquascapers in Sri Lanka, Rotala macrandra Green Mini can be used to add natural colour and visual interest to planted aquarium layouts. Regular trimming helps maintain a compact and attractive growth pattern.

Plant Information

• Scientific Name: Rotala macrandra Green Mini
• Family: Lythraceae
• Origin: India
• Plant Type: Stem Plant
• Height: 4–12 inches
• Recommended pH: 6.5–7.5
• Temperature: 22–28°C
• Growth Form: Submersed and emersed

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