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Rotala Mayaca

$999 CAD
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Rotala Mayaca

Description

Rotala Mayaca often referred to as Rotala wallichii or “Red Mayaca” 


Plant Profile

  • Scientific Name: Rotala wallichii (commonly marketed as Rotala Mayaca)
  • Family: Lythraceae
  • Origin: Southeast Asia
  • Height: 20–40 cm (8–16 inches)
  • Leaf Shape: Very fine, needle-like leaves arranged densely along the stem
  • Color: Green to pinkish-red under strong light
  • Placement: Midground to Background

Water Parameters

  • Temperature: 22–28°C (72–82°F)
  • pH: 5.5–7.0 (slightly acidic preferred)
  • Hardness: Soft water; growth slows above 6°dGH 

Lighting & CO₂

  • Lighting: High (essential for compact growth and vibrant color)
  • CO₂: Strongly recommended for healthy growth and coloration 

Growth & Care

  • Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Difficulty: Medium to High (sensitive to water quality and light)
  • Substrate: Fine sand or nutrient-rich substrate
  • Fertilization: Regular micro/macro nutrients; iron supplementation enhances red tones 

Propagation

  • Method: Stem cuttings – trim tops and replant
  • Trimming: Frequent trimming encourages bushy growth and prevents legginess 

Special Features

  • Can grow emersed in humid conditions (produces delicate flowers)
  • Ideal for Dutch-style aquascapes or as a fine-textured contrast plant
  • Sensitive to poor lighting and hard water; may lose color or stop growing 


Specifications

  • Category
    Potted Plants
  • Product Type
    Rotala Mayaca
  • Species Type
    Rotala Mayaca

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Rotala Mayaca

$999 CAD

Rotala Mayaca often referred to as Rotala wallichii or “Red Mayaca” 


Plant Profile


Water Parameters


Lighting & CO₂


Growth & Care


Propagation


Special Features



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