Tropica 1-2-Grow! Rotala 'Bonsai'
Rotala ‘Bonsai’ is a compact, slow-growing stem plant with small, round leaves and a tree-like structure — making it a perfect choice for precise, detailed aquascapes. This Tropica 1-2-Grow! tissue culture ensures you get a pest-free, healthy start, ideal for modern layouts that emphasize structure and proportion.
✓ Miniature form of Rotala for refined aquascapesRotala 'Bonsai' brings delicate texture and rich green to reddish tones depending on lighting — ideal for Iwagumi, Dutch, or Nature-style layouts.
Compact Stem Plant Foreground to Midground Slow Growth
Key Features
- Compact Growth: Forms dense clusters with short internodes, resembling miniature trees.
- Colour Variation: Green under moderate light; develops orange to reddish tips under high light and CO₂.
- Tissue Culture Grown: Sterile, pest-free, algae-free — ready for immediate planting.
- Ideal for Foreground Layouts: Perfect for small tanks or for creating natural perspective transitions.
- Low Maintenance: Easy to trim and shape, holding form even in slower-growth conditions.
Care Guidelines
| Scientific Name |
Rotala indica 'Bonsai' |
| Type |
Stem Plant |
| Growth Rate |
Slow to Moderate |
| Height |
5 – 15 cm |
| Lighting |
Medium – High |
| CO₂ Requirement |
Recommended for compact, vibrant growth |
| Placement |
Foreground to Midground |
| Propagation |
Cut healthy stems and replant into substrate |
Planting Tips
- Divide the tissue culture into small clusters and plant individually using tweezers.
- Ensure good light and CO₂ for rich colours and compact growth.
- Trim tops regularly to encourage dense, bushy regrowth.
- Use nutrient-rich substrate for strong rooting and colour intensity.
Tip: For a natural “bonsai forest” look, plant Rotala 'Bonsai' in groups of 5–7 stems spaced closely together.
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