Rotala indica 'Bonsai'

Rotala indica 'Bonsai' – A Compact, Bushy Stem Plant for Stunning Aquascapes

Rotala indica 'Bonsai' is a compact, slow-growing stem plant that forms dense, miniature bush-like clusters, making it an excellent choice for midground and foreground placement in planted aquariums. Rotala 'Bonsai' maintains a short, structured growth pattern, resembling a tiny underwater bonsai tree. Its vibrant green leaves can develop orange or reddish tips under strong lighting and CO₂ injection, adding depth and contrast to aquascapes.

Easy Growth & Maintenance

Rotala 'Bonsai' thrives in moderate to high lighting and benefits from CO₂ supplementation, which encourages compact, bushy growth. While it can adapt to low-tech setups, it grows more vertically and less compact without CO₂ and strong light. Regular trimming promotes lateral branching, helping to create dense, miniature hedges in the aquarium.

Due to its unique, structured growth, Rotala indica 'Bonsai' works well in Dutch-style aquascapes, nature aquariums, and nano tanks, where it can be used as a midground filler or a foreground accent.

Key Benefits

• Compact & Bushy Growth: Forms dense clusters with regular trimming.
• Bright Green to Reddish Tips: Develops rich colors under strong lighting.
• Ideal for Midground & Foreground: Adds structure and contrast to aquascapes.

For aquascapers looking for a slow-growing, neatly structured plant that enhances depth, contrast, and organization in their tank, Rotala indica 'Bonsai' is an excellent choice. Its miniature, tree-like appearance and vibrant color potential make it a top-tier plant for high-tech and nano aquariums.