🌿 Rotala 'Nanjenshan' (Rotala sp. 'Nanjenshan')
🐟 Rotala 'Nanjenshan' (Rotala sp. 'Nanjenshan')
Freshwater Aquarium Plant • Stem Plant • Background Plant • Fine-Leaved Aquascape Plant
📋 Description
The Rotala 'Nanjenshan' (Rotala sp. 'Nanjenshan') is a highly sought-after aquarium stem plant known for its Delicate Fine-Textured Foliage and graceful bushy growth habit.
This attractive species produces numerous thin leaves along branching stems, creating a soft, feathery appearance that adds depth and movement to planted aquariums.
Under strong lighting and nutrient-rich conditions, it develops attractive green to golden-orange tones while forming dense clusters that provide exceptional visual texture.
Its unique growth pattern makes it an outstanding choice for Nature Aquariums, Dutch-style aquascapes, and professional planted tank layouts.
💡 Highlights
🌿 Fine-Textured Foliage: Creates delicate soft aquascape texture
✨ Dense Bushy Growth: Forms attractive background plant groups
🎨 Natural Colour Contrast: Green to golden-orange coloration
✂️ Easy Stem Propagation: Simple trimming and replanting
🏆 Premium Aquascape Plant: Popular among advanced aquascapers
🧾 A Quick Look at Rotala 'Nanjenshan'
📛 Common Name: Rotala Nanjenshan
🔬 Scientific Name:Rotala sp. 'Nanjenshan'
👨👩👧 Family: Lythraceae
🌍 Origin: Cultivated Aquarium Variety
📏 Max Size: 20–50 cm (≈ 8–20″)
💧 pH Range: 5.5–7.5
🌡️ Temperature Range: 22–28 °C (≈ 72–82°F)
🧠 Care Level: Intermediate
💖 Growth Rate: Moderate to Fast
💡 Lighting Needs: Moderate to High
🌱 CO2 Required: ✅ Yes
🏠 Placement: Midground • Background • Stem Groups
🧬 Tissue Culture: ✅ Yes
🌿 Potted Plant: ✅ Yes
⏳ Lifespan: Long-lived with regular maintenance
🍽️ Nutrient Needs: Moderate to High (Water Column Feeder)
🐣 Propagation: Stem Cuttings
