Rotala macandra ‘Mini Red’ (Tissue Culture/ Cup)

Rotala macrandra ‘Mini Red’ – Compact, Intense Red Stem Plant for High-Tech Freshwater Aquariums

Rotala macrandra ‘Mini Red’ is a vibrant, compact aquatic stem plant prized for its deep red to crimson coloration and delicate, fine-leaf structure. This miniature version of the classic Rotala macrandra brings striking color and refined detail to freshwater planted aquariums, especially in high-tech layouts and Dutch-style aquascapes.

Best suited for midground to background placement, ‘Mini Red’ thrives in high lighting with CO₂ supplementation and a nutrient-rich substrate. Its small size allows for dense planting and precision scaping, while its vivid red tones create stunning contrast against green plants. Regular trimming helps maintain its bushy growth and compact shape.

Tissue Culture:

• 100% pest-free – grown in sterile lab conditions with no snails, algae, or pathogens

• Chemical-free – safe for shrimp, snails, and other sensitive tank inhabitants

• Multiple plantlets per cup – excellent value and customizable aquascaping

• Fast, healthy growth – young plants adapt quickly and establish faster

• Compact and easy to ship – perfect for online orders and storage

• Great for nano tanks and detailed layouts – ideal for precise aquascaping

• Available in rare species – access to unique and exotic plant varieties

• Perfect for beginners and pros – clean, reliable start for any planted tank

Key Features:

• Scientific Name: Rotala macrandra ‘Mini Red’

• Common Name: Mini Red Rotala

• Light Requirement: High

• CO₂ Requirement: Strongly recommended for color and growth

• Growth Rate: Moderate

• Placement: Midground to background

• Propagation: Stem cuttings

• Water Conditions: pH 6.0–7.0 | Temperature 72°F–82°F

Why Choose Rotala macrandra ‘Mini Red’?

• Intense red coloration for high-contrast aquascapes

• Compact size perfect for nano tanks and detailed layouts

• Ideal for Dutch-style and competition-level aquascaping

• Responds well to trimming for bushy, layered growth

• A high-impact plant for experienced aquarists

Add brilliant red tones and refined structure to your aquascape with Rotala macrandra ‘Mini Red’ – a premium freshwater plant that delivers color, complexity, and elegance to any high-tech planted aquarium.