{"product_id":"rotala-wallichii","title":"Rotala Wallichii","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eBiosecurity Shipping Limitations apply\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eShipping Allowed?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTasmania\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWestern Australia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNorthern Territory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAll Other States\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAbout Rotala Wallichii\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRotala wallichii\u003c\/strong\u003e is a delicate and highly attractive stem plant known for its fine, needle-like foliage and beautiful pink, red and bronze coloration. When grown under the right conditions, it can develop an intense warm colour that makes it a standout plant in a planted aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts fine texture provides a fantastic contrast against broader-leaved plants and is particularly effective when planted in \u003cstrong\u003edense groups\u003c\/strong\u003e. It works beautifully in detailed aquascapes, especially nature-style and high-tech layouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRotala wallichii is considered more demanding than many common Rotala species. It performs best with \u003cstrong\u003estrong lighting, stable CO₂ and consistent fertilisation\u003c\/strong\u003e. Good water circulation and access to micronutrients are also important for maintaining healthy new growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegular trimming encourages branching and allows the plant to become thicker and more compact. Replanting the healthy tops is an easy way to expand an established group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eRotala wallichii\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rotala Wallichii\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lythraceae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stem Plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to Advanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to Fast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Midground to Background\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e High\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCO₂:\u003c\/strong\u003e Required for best results\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.5–7.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–28°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft to Moderately Hard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stem Cuttings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green, Pink, Red and Bronze\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAquarium Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freshwater\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes Rotala Wallichii need CO₂?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCO₂ is strongly recommended. While it may survive in lower-tech conditions, \u003cstrong\u003estable CO₂ is important for vigorous growth and strong coloration\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I get Rotala Wallichii to turn red?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrong lighting, stable CO₂ and balanced fertilisation can encourage pink and red coloration. Healthy growth should be prioritised rather than deliberately starving the plant of nutrients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere should I plant Rotala Wallichii?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is best suited to the \u003cstrong\u003emidground or background\u003c\/strong\u003e, where groups of its fine foliage can create depth and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Rotala Wallichii difficult to grow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is more demanding than beginner-friendly Rotala varieties. Consistent lighting, CO₂, nutrients and water conditions will greatly improve your results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I propagate it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCut healthy stems and replant the tops into the substrate. The remaining stems can produce new side shoots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is my Rotala Wallichii melting?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSudden changes in lighting, CO₂, water parameters or transitioning from emersed to submerged growth can cause leaf loss. Stable conditions and new submerged growth usually resolve the issue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Mistakes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e❌ Inconsistent CO₂ levels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e❌ Using inadequate lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e❌ Making sudden changes to aquarium conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e❌ Allowing the plant to become heavily shaded\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e❌ Neglecting micronutrients\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e❌ Failing to trim and replant healthy tops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Apex Aquatic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49336077680779,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0579\/8353\/3195\/files\/jnaVPGZG9vsqhqWYlqB5dhE1G1nGYpkO465JXCi4FCszTog4EeM-RAGPF-HPIoyvIS1mPb9lw3nkgW2V3IGDZG5IJBfZkUfou12OCRZlB0sDhp1DMfzstD-vVM0LBILKLIfXm37arg7j76lTOKzI-z1V3TrV3yGNdrPI2I64FXEm-zh7I6fKUxv.jpg?v=1789007424","url":"https:\/\/apexaquatic.com.au\/products\/rotala-wallichii","provider":"Apex Aquatic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}