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Rotala Enie

Rotala sp. 'Enie'

PlantaeTracheophytaMagnoliopsidaMyrtalesLythraceae

📍 Southeast Asia

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Compact rotala with small rounded leaves that turn pink-orange under intense light. Forms dense bushes ideal for midground.

Common Diseases

Nutrient Deficiency

Symptoms

Yellowing leaves, stunted growth, pale coloration, loss of pink-orange pigmentation

Treatment

Increase fertilizer dosing, add comprehensive liquid fertilizers, consider root tabs, ensure adequate CO2 and lighting

Algae Overgrowth

Symptoms

Green or brown algae coating leaves, reduced photosynthesis, plant decline

Treatment

Reduce lighting duration to 8-10 hours daily, increase water changes, add algae-eating shrimp or fish, improve water circulation

Melting

Symptoms

Rapid leaf deterioration, mushy stems, plant disintegration after planting

Treatment

Ensure gradual acclimation to new tank conditions, maintain stable parameters, increase CO2 and fertilization, trim affected portions

Poor Coloration

Symptoms

Leaves remain green instead of developing pink-orange tones

Treatment

Increase lighting intensity to medium-high levels, boost iron and micronutrient fertilization, ensure adequate CO2 supplementation

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Quick Facts

co2
recommended
lighting
medium-high
placement
midground
difficulty
medium
growthRate
moderate

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