Rotala Vietnam H’Ra – Easy Live Aquarium Plant

Description

Product Overview

Rotala Vietnam H’Ra is a stunning, color-shifting stem plant that brings vivid contrast to freshwater aquascapes. Known for its smooth emersed-to-submerged transition, it transforms from rich green leaves to vibrant orange or intense red hues under the right conditions. Ideal for midground placement, this plant is a favorite among aquascaping enthusiasts seeking visual depth and radiant highlights.

Product Features

• 🎨 Transitions from green to orange or red based on lighting

• 💡 Displays needle-like red leaves under high light

• 🌱 Strong emersed-to-submerged adaptability

• 🌊 Creates dynamic midground structure in planted tanks

• ⚙️ Requires CO₂ and nutrient-rich substrate for best results

• 🧩 Excellent for contrast and layering in aquascapes

Product Specifications

• Size: 6+ inches

• Care Level: Medium

• CO₂ Requirement: Medium to High

• Growth Rate: Medium

• Placement: Midground

• Lighting Needs: High

• Color: Green to Orange/Red

• Max Size: 12+ inches

❓ Related FAQs

Q1: Will Rotala Vietnam H’Ra grow without CO₂?
It may survive, but you won’t achieve vibrant red coloration without CO₂ and proper nutrients.

Q2: How do I transition it to submerged growth?
Provide stable lighting and CO₂; it adapts quickly from emersed form to underwater.

Q3: How often should it be trimmed?
Trim regularly to prevent legginess and encourage bushy growth.

Q4: Is it suitable for low-tech tanks?
Not ideal—this plant thrives in high-tech environments with CO₂ and iron supplementation.

Q5: What’s the ideal placement in the tank?
Midground—where its shifting colors create a stunning visual contrast.

Q6: Does it propagate easily?
Yes, just clip healthy stems and replant them to expand coverage.

Q7: Is it safe for shrimp or fry tanks?
Yes, it’s safe and even offers refuge among its fine leaves.