Rotala Rotundifolia ‘Orange Juice’ – A Zesty Splash of Color! 🍊🌿

Add a refreshing twist to your aquascape with Rotala Rotundifolia ‘Orange Juice’, a vibrant stem plant that dazzles with shades of orange, red, and golden hues under optimal lighting. This fast-growing plant creates a lively, sun-kissed effect in your tank, making it an eye-catching choice for background or midground placement. Perfect for adding warmth and dimension to your aquascape, Orange Juice thrives in a variety of conditions and rewards aquarists with lush, colorful growth.

Key Features:

🍂 Citrus-Inspired Colors: Leaves transition from green to vibrant shades of orange, red, and gold.
💧 Fast-Growing Marvel: Quickly fills in background spaces with lush foliage.
📏 Height Variety: Can be trimmed to maintain desired shape and density.
🌞 Color Enhances with Light: Brighter lighting intensifies its orange glow.
🌿 Ideal for Background: Adds height and vibrancy to planted setups.

Why You’ll Love It:

🌟 Dynamic Color Shift: Provides a stunning pop of warm colors as it grows.
📈 Easy to Propagate: Simply trim and replant stems for a fuller look.
💨 Improves Water Quality: Absorbs excess nutrients and helps prevent algae growth.
🛠 Versatile Placement: Great for midground or background in aquascapes.

How to Keep It Happy:

☀️ Lighting: Moderate to high for vibrant orange and red hues.
💧 Water Conditions: pH 6.0-7.5, temperatures 72°F-82°F (22°C-28°C).
🪴 Substrate: Nutrient-rich substrate encourages robust growth.
🌬 CO₂ & Fertilization: Boosts growth and enhances color.
✂️ Maintenance: Trim regularly to prevent overgrowth and maintain desired shape.

Where It Shines Best:

✔️ Background placement for height and color contrast
✔️ Midground accents in larger aquariums
✔️ High-tech aquascapes with CO₂ injection
✔️ Community tanks with peaceful fish

Bonus Tip!

For the brightest orange hues, provide high light and nutrient-rich conditions.