Rotala rotundifolia Laos

Rotala rotundifolia ‘Laos’

Specifications:

• Plant Name: Rotala rotundifolia ‘Laos’
• Common Name: Rotala ‘Laos’
• Plant Type: Freshwater aquatic stem plant
• Origin: Southeast Asia (Laos)
• Height: 20–40 cm
• Light Requirement: Medium to high
• CO₂: Recommended for best colour and compact growth
• Placement: Midground to background
• Growth Rate: Fast

Overview:

Rotala rotundifolia ‘Laos’ is a vibrant and popular Rotala variant, prized for its soft pink to reddish tones and fine, delicate leaves. Under good lighting, it develops warm colouration that adds contrast and movement to planted aquariums.

This variety grows upright with slightly arching stems and responds well to trimming, making it easy to shape into dense, colourful bushes. It is commonly used in both nature-style and Dutch-style aquascapes.

Care and Growth:

Medium to high lighting is recommended to encourage strong colouration, while CO₂ supplementation and regular fertilisation support compact, healthy growth. A nutrient-rich substrate further enhances development.

Regular trimming promotes bushier growth and prevents the plant from becoming leggy. Cuttings can be replanted easily to create fuller, more vibrant groups over time.

Key Features:

• Soft pink to red colouration under good lighting
• Fast-growing and easy to shape
• Responds well to trimming and propagation
• Ideal for midground or background placement
• Popular choice for colourful aquascapes

Plant only. Aquarium and accessories not included.