Rotala rotundifolia ‘Ceylon’

Rotala rotundifolia ‘Ceylon’ is an attractive aquatic stem plant originally introduced from Sri Lanka (Ceylon). It is also known in the aquarium hobby as Rotala sp. ‘Pink’, although the name “Pink” has also been used for other varieties of Rotala rotundifolia.

This beautiful Rotala variety has been used in aquascaping for many years and was famously featured in aquascapes by renowned aquascaper Takashi Amano. Compared with standard Rotala rotundifolia, the Ceylon variety develops a looser and lighter growth pattern, making it an excellent choice for creating natural-looking planted aquarium layouts.

Appearance & Growth

When grown underwater, Rotala rotundifolia ‘Ceylon’ develops thin, darker-coloured stems that grow upward in wide spirals. Its relatively long internodes give the plant an open, elegant appearance. The leaves are generally light green with pinkish undersides, while the growing tips can develop attractive light reddish tones under strong aquarium lighting.

Regular trimming encourages branching and helps create a fuller, bushier appearance. It can be planted in groups to form an attractive midground or background bush in planted aquariums and aquascapes.

Care & Requirements

Rotala rotundifolia ‘Ceylon’ is considered an easy-care aquarium plant and has similar requirements to standard Rotala rotundifolia. It can adapt to a wide range of aquarium conditions, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced aquascapers.

• Family: Lythraceae
• Origin: Sri Lanka
• Plant Type: Stem Plant
• Placement: Midground to Background
• Height: 4–12 inches
• pH: 4.5–8.0
• Temperature: 18–32°C
• Growth: Moderate to Fast
• Difficulty: Easy

For stronger coloration and denser growth, provide good aquarium lighting, adequate nutrients, and regular trimming. With suitable conditions, the growing tips can develop beautiful pinkish-red shades.

Buy Rotala rotundifolia ‘Ceylon’ in Sri Lanka

Add Rotala rotundifolia ‘Ceylon’ to your planted aquarium for an elegant, natural-looking stem plant with attractive green, pink, and reddish tones. It is an excellent choice for aquascaping, especially when planted in groups to create a dense midground or background bush.

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