Rotala 'Red Cross'
Rotala 'Red Cross' is a stunning and highly sought-after stem plant known for its vibrant coloration and unique leaf arrangement. Under strong lighting and CO₂ injection, the foliage develops intense shades of red, orange-red, and crimson, making it one of the most eye-catching Rotala varieties available to aquascapers.
Its dense growth habit and colourful foliage make it an excellent choice for creating bold background groups or focal points within Dutch-style and Nature-style aquascapes. When planted in larger groups, Rotala 'Red Cross' creates a striking wall of colour that contrasts beautifully against green plants and hardscape.
✓ Vibrant red stem plant for high-impact aquascapes
Develops brilliant red and crimson tones that create stunning contrast and depth within planted aquariums.
Why Choose Rotala 'Red Cross'?
- Intense red, crimson, and orange-red coloration
- Excellent contrast against green plants
- Dense growth creates beautiful background groups
- Highly desirable plant for colourful aquascapes
- Perfect for Dutch-style and Nature-style layouts
- Responds well to trimming and shaping
Care & Placement
- Best suited for midground to background placement
- Medium to high lighting required for best colour
- CO₂ strongly recommended
- Benefits from nutrient-rich water and regular fertilization
- Frequent trimming encourages bushier growth
Plant Details
| Scientific Name |
Rotala sp. 'Red Cross' |
| Type |
Stem Plant |
| Growth Rate |
Moderate to Fast |
| Light Requirement |
Medium to High |
| CO₂ |
Strongly Recommended |
| Placement |
Midground / Background |
| Height |
20 – 50+ cm |
| Propagation |
Stem Cuttings |
Aquascaping Uses
- Colourful background groups
- Dutch-style plant streets
- Midground focal sections
- Contrast against green stem plants
- Creating depth and colour transitions
Tip: Strong lighting, stable CO₂, and adequate iron supplementation will help maximize the vibrant red coloration that makes Rotala 'Red Cross' so desirable.
Available in Canada at Aquascaperoom — premium aquarium plants for colourful and professional Aquascaping layouts.
