Rotala Magenta – Vibrant, Eye-Catching Live Aquarium Plant (Rotala sp. ‘Magenta’)

Looking to add a bold splash of color to your aquarium? 🌿 Rotala Magenta is a stunning stem plant that brings rich pink and red hues to your aquascape — perfect for creating contrast among green plants and adding depth to your layout!

With its vibrant magenta tones and fine, delicate leaves, this plant instantly becomes the centerpiece of any tank. Under good lighting and nutrients, it develops breathtaking color that brightens your whole aquascape. Despite its exotic appearance, Rotala Magenta is moderately easy to care for, making it a great step up for beginners ready to explore more colorful plants.

🌿 Why You’ll Love It

• Striking magenta and red coloration 💗

• Adds height and texture to planted tanks

• Grows well in medium to high light setups

• Helps absorb nutrients and maintain tank balance

• Beautiful in midground or background arrangements

💧 Care Instructions

• Scientific Name: Rotala sp. ‘Magenta’

• Lighting: Medium to high (stronger light = richer color)

• Temperature: 70–82°F (21–28°C)

• pH Range: 6.0–7.5

• Placement: Midground to background

• Growth Rate: Moderate to fast

• CO₂: Recommended for best color and compact growth

💡 Pro Tip: Trim and replant the tops — Rotala Magenta grows easily from cuttings and forms a thick, bushy group with regular trimming.

🐠 Perfect For:

✔️ Planted aquascapes and nature-style tanks
✔️ Midground and background color accents
✔️ CO₂ or non-CO₂ setups
✔️ Beginner to intermediate hobbyists
✔️ Shrimp and community aquariums

📦 What You’ll Receive

• 1 healthy Rotala Magenta bunch (5–7+ stems depending on size)

🌱 Helpful Hints

• More light = deeper magenta coloration 💡

• Trim regularly to maintain a compact, bushy shape

• Looks beautiful paired with greens like Moneywort or Dwarf Sagittaria

• Perfect for adding color contrast to your aquascape

✨ Rotala Magenta adds bold, vivid color and graceful movement to your aquarium — easy to grow, stunning to look at, and a favorite among aquascapers!