Pogostemon Erectus (Indian star plant)

Rotala wallichiiRotala wallichii is a slow growing, stem plant. The needle-like, delicate leaves are red in color and provide an eye-catching feature in your aquarium.Growing: difficultLight requirements: highCO₂ requirements: highAdult plant height: up to 40 cmGrowth: slowTemperature: 24 - 26°CPlacement in aquarium: second or third levelOrigin: Asia6 cm cup diameterRotala Wallichii is a demanding plant with red coloration. It is native to southeast Asia. Its Polish name is Rotala periwinkle. The leaves have the shape of fine needles. The intensity of color increases with increasing light output and is characterized by slow growth. Mature stems reach a height of up to 40 cm. The place of planting must be well planned. Faster growing plants can completely cover it. It should not be planted too densely, as the lower parts of the trunk are sensitive to lack of light. As it grows, it will form a uniform group of mature plants. The plant has a high light requirement. Strong light, fertilization and CO₂ dosage are necessary for good growth. It requires soft, slightly acidic water that is rich in carbon dioxide. Under these conditions, it thrives optimally. The exceptionally delicate appearance and subtle beauty of this plant rewards the hard work of breeding. Rotala wallichii grows well in a fertile substrate. You will get the best growth results if you plant it in an active substrate. Propagation is by shoot cuttings. Cultivation from in vitro plants is done in tissue culture laboratories. The cuttings are free from snails, algae or pathogens thanks to sterile production conditions.Planting: The plant must be removed from the cup and thoroughly rinsed from the gel under running water. This is best done by placing the plant in a container of lukewarm water. Most of the gel will then fall off by itself. Divide the contents of the cup into 1-2 cm lumps and then place them on the selected items at a small distance..

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Rotala Rotundifolia 'Green' Rotala Rotundifolia 'Green' (Round-leaved Rotala) is a mid-ground plant. It is characterized by fast growth and moderate light requirements. The color is usually light green.Difficulty of growing: easy Light requirements: medium CO₂ requirements: not necessary Height of mature plant: 50-60 cm Growth: fast Temperature: 20-28°C Placement in aquarium: third level Origin: South Asia, Southeast Asia Cup diameter 6 cm The natural range of the round-leaved Rotalas (Rotala rotundifolia) is South, Southeast and East Asia. It has been spread by humans to Australia, the United States and Brazil, among other places. She is thus already almost a globetrotter.Rotala rotundifolia 'Green' is very similar to Rotala rotundifolia, but its leaves remain bright green even in bright light. This plant is characterized by its fast growth and its tendency to spread profusely, especially when regularly pruned. It tolerates medium light levels, but the higher the light, the more intense the plant's growth and colors. If left to grow freely, it reaches a length of 30-60 cm, cutting off access to light to the lower parts, where it begins to lose its leaves. Under favorable conditions, if left uncontrolled, it can dominate an entire tank, especially if it is a tank with a small capacity. Once it reaches the surface of the water, it begins to float on it. It does not need additional carbon dioxide fertilization unless you want to accelerate its growth even more. It is tolerant of pH and water hardness, although like most plants, it cannot tolerate extremes. It tolerates temperatures between 20 and 28 °C, but thrives better in the upper end of this range. It can grow in both an active and a poor substrate, but in this case it is advisable to fertilize under the roots. In well-lit, CO2-fertilized aquariums, it may require additional fertilization with macronutrients due to its rapid growth. Otherwise, it will lose its color and the leaves will become smaller. Rotala rotundifolia is propagated in the aquarium by cutting off stem pieces and placing them in a selected spot in the substrate. When transplanted to a new tank, it will need some time to acclimate and grow faster.Planting: The plant must be removed from the cup and thoroughly rinsed from the gel under running water. This is best done by placing the plant in a container of lukewarm water. Most of the gel will then fall off by itself. Divide the contents of the cup into 1-2 cm lumps and then place them at a small distance into the substrate.

Nesea sp. GoldNesea sp. "Gold" is a stem plant, with intense yellow to orange colors that is rare in aquarium plants. Growing difficulty: : medium, demandingLight requirement: mediumCO₂ requirement: mediumAdult plant height: 40-50 cmGrowth: mediumTemperature: 22-28°CPlacement in aquarium: third levelOrigin: AfricaCup diameter 6 cmNesea Crassicaulis Gold (Nesea sp. Gold) from Africa, a quite rare and very decorative plant with medium requirements and moderate growth rate.With sufficient light, it takes on colors ranging from bright yellow to intense orange. Nesea sp. Gold is not very demanding in terms of growing conditions. The yellow coloration of the leaves can be achieved even with moderately intense light. The stronger the lighting, the more the color shifts towards an orange tone. The plant can reach a height of up to 50 cm and is thus intended for the third level. However, it has a fairly moderate growth, so it does not require frequent pruning and with good care can be used as a foreground plant. Nesea sp. Gold needs CO₂ in gaseous form, but the carbon dioxide requirement is not too high and medium due to the growth rate is not too fast. It requires nutrient-rich water for optimal appearance. However, attention should be paid to potassium levels, as excess can cause deformation of the growth cones.It grows best at temperatures between 22 and 28 degrees Celsius. Since it prefers high temperatures, it is suitable for tanks with a population of extremely heat-loving fish. The undoubted advantage of this plant is the combination of a very unusual leaf color and low requirements. Nesea sp. Gold provides a good contrast with both green and red foliage plants, and the effect is relatively easy to achieve. It does not require a large amount of CO2. It likes soft and slightly acidic water, but can grow in other parameters as well. It needs good light, a nutrient-rich substrate, CO2 and adequate fertilization to achieve intense coloration. If you want to keep Nesea sp. Gold as a background plant, you should prune it regularly. This will not only keep it at the right height, but will also make it thicker and give it a striking appearance. After pruning, the plant will rejuvenate and the cut tops can be planted in the ground.Planting: Before planting, simply rinse the plants from the gel. Unlike plants kept in rockwool, partial drainage is not required..

Egeria densa "Dichtblättrig" (Dichtblättrige Wasserpest) max. Wuchshöhe 60 - 80 cm Herkunftsland Argentinien, Brasilien, Uruguay Eignung Gesellschaftsaquarium, Gartenteich Typ Stängelpflanze Familie Hydrocharitaceae Gattung Egeria Vermehrung Kopfstecklinge Wuchsgeschwindigkeit schnell pH 5 - 9 Wasserhärte 0 - 30 °dh Hinweise   Die Wasserpest, so der deutsche Handelsname, weist schon auf die Wuchseigenschaft hin. Egeria densa gehört wohl zu den gutwüchsigsten Pflanzen überhaupt und ist vollkommen unproblematisch in der Kultur. Mit Heimat in Südostbrasilien und Argentinien, ist sie mittlerweile aber in allen Kontinenten eingebürgert. Bei der Sorte „Dichtblättrig“ ist die Beblätterung des Stängels extrem dicht und kompakt. Sie wächst auch sehr gut eingepflanzt oder freischwimmend im Gartenteich, ist aber bedingt nur winterhart.Wir sind sehr bemüht, dass unsere Pflanzen gesund und unbeschädigt bei Ihnen ankommen. Trotz grösster Sorgfalt, kann es vorkommen, dass Pflanzen durch den Postversand oder andere unvorgesehene Ereignisse, leicht beschädigt sind. Dazu zählen braune Blätter gleichermassen, wie abgeknickte Zweige. Dafür übernehmen wir keine Haftung.

Herkunftsgebiet: Asien Soziales Verhalten: Es sind sehr  friedliche, nachtaktive Fische. Sie mögen die dunklen Ecken und besonders den Strom, in dem sie übergehen, meistens geklebt gegen eine Scheibe oder einer glatten Oberfläche. Hälterungsbedingungen: Flossensauger sind Fische, die sehr empfindlich auf die Qualität des Wassers und besonders auf seine Temperatur  reagieren. Eine Temperatur über 25°C beginnt bereits, sie zu stressen, und eine 27°C Temperatur kann sogar tödlich sein.Der Sauerstoffsatz ist auch sehr wichtig. Man hält sie am besten in einem gut gefilterten und bepflanzten Aquarium. Dépigmentation der Haut kann ein Zeichen von zu hoher Temperatur sein. Zucht: Keine Informationen Bemerkungen: Andere FlossensaugerGastromyzon borneensis = hellbraun  mit schwarzen PunktenGastromyzon punctulatus = dunkelbraun  mit hellen Punkten.Pseudogastromyzon myersi = hellbraun  mit Bändern Besonderheiten: Saugen sich auf glatten Flächen mit ihren Bauch- und Afterflossen fest (sie bilden zusammen einen grossen Saugnapf).Für Fragen und Probleme steht Ihnen unser ausgebildetes Team im Zoo Roco zur Verfügung. Es kann Sie in allen Fragen fachgerecht beraten.

Alternanthera Reineckii (Parrot Leaf)Alternanthera Reineckii 'Lilacina' is a beautiful red plant for the background or back wall of an aquarium. A very decorative plant, exceptionally colorful.Difficulty of cultivation: demandingLight requirements: highCO₂ requirements: mediumHeight of mature plant: up to 40 cmGrowth rate: slowTemperature: 17-28°CAquarium location: foreground, backgroundOrigin: South AmericaCup diameter 6 cmAlternanthera Reineckii 'Lilacina' is also called Lilac Alternanthera. It is intended for the second level of the aquarium or for the background. This species has been cultivated for a long time.The natural habitat of this species is the tropical regions of South America, where it grows in swamps and on the banks of rivers and lakes. It is a typical marsh plant. For this reason, it likes to grow above the water level, ideal for aquariums with low water levels. The stems above the water are often covered with tiny white or purple flowers. This variety has elongated, lance-shaped leaves that can grow up to 9.5 cm long.It is propagated by cuttings. It is recommended to place a few cuttings in a group to obtain a compact form. However, for the plant to develop all its beauty, it must find the right conditions. It grows best in soft to medium hard water up to 12 GH with a pH of 5 to 7. It is an extremely light-loving variety. It likes full spectrum light best. Intense light for 10 hours per day makes it grow faster and produces beautiful dark red leaves. Alternantera 'Lilacina' also needs CO₂ fertilization for lush growth. This can be done at a medium level, so between 6 and 14 mg/l. A deficiency of macro- and micronutrients is immediately noticeable in the form of changes in the leaf blades. The best substrate for this variety is a active substrate of good quality; it also grows well and happily in garden soil. It forms a poorly developed root system, consisting of a single bundle of thin and tender roots. It is worth cutting this plant back, and the cut shoots can be planted directly into the soil to obtain new cuttings. Planting: The plant must be removed from the cup and thoroughly rinsed from the gel under running water. This is best done by placing the plant in a container of lukewarm water. Most of the gel will then fall off by itself. Divide the contents of the cup into 1-2 cm lumps and then place them at a small distance..