Name: Rotala Sp Mini Gold
Brand: Ivy Paradise Plants / Online Plants & Organic Shop
SKU: 106516
Price: 135 INR
Availability: InStock

Rotala Sp Mini Gold

✨ Rotala sp. ‘Mini Gold’ is a tiny treasure of golden perfection! This miniature stem plant glows with vibrant golden-yellow hues, creating dazzling accents in nano tanks and detailed aquascapes. ✨ Fast shipping with over 30% off at world’s largest plant shop!

✨ Discover the Magic of Living Gold in Miniature Form!

Introducing Rotala sp. ‘Mini Gold’—the plant that proves big beauty comes in small packages! This exquisite miniature stem plant captivates with its vibrant golden-yellow leaves that seem to capture and reflect light, creating living jewels in your aquarium. Unlike typical green or red plants, ‘Mini Gold’ offers a rare and precious golden hue that adds warmth, brightness, and a touch of magic to any aquascape.

Perfect for nano tanks, detailed foreground work, or creating golden accents in larger layouts, this plant stays delightfully compact while packing maximum visual punch. Each tiny leaf is a masterpiece of color, ranging from lime green at the base to brilliant gold at the tips, creating a gradient that glows like captured sunlight. It’s the plant that makes visitors ask, “What is that beautiful golden plant?”

✨ Why This Golden Gem Belongs in Your Aquarium:

✅ 🎨 VIBRANT GOLDEN COLOR – Unique golden-yellow hues unlike any other aquatic plant
✅ 🌿 PERFECTLY MINIATURE – Stays small and compact, ideal for nano tanks and detailed work
✅ ⚡ FAST SHIPPING GUARANTEE – Your golden treasure arrives carefully packaged & ready to shine
✅ 💎 COLLECTOR’S FAVORITE – A sought-after rarity that adds exclusivity to your collection
✅ 🎯 DESIGN VERSATILITY – Works as foreground carpet, midground accent, or nano centerpiece
✅ 🌱 SURPRISINGLY EASY – More forgiving than other colorful miniature plants

🏆 The Ultimate Nano Tank Superstar:
In the world of small-scale aquascaping, Rotala Mini Gold reigns supreme. Its tiny stature (typically staying under 4 inches/10cm) makes it perfect for creating scale, adding golden highlights between rocks, or forming lush golden foreground carpets. When trimmed low, it can create a golden “lawn” that makes your aquascape appear larger and more detailed. When allowed to grow taller, it forms golden bushes that glow against darker backgrounds.

🌱 From Our Specialized Nursery to Your Miniature Masterpiece:
We cultivate our Mini Gold under conditions that maximize its golden coloration while maintaining robust health. Each delicate stem is hand-selected for color intensity and compact growth habit, then packaged with exceptional care to protect its miniature structure during shipping. Your golden treasure arrives ready to acclimate and begin its dazzling display.

💰 Rare Beauty at an Unbeatable Value:
As part of our “Over 30% Off” celebration at the world’s largest online plant shop (showcasing over 15,000 plant varieties!), this rare golden specimen becomes remarkably accessible. You’re not just buying a plant—you’re acquiring a living jewel that will elevate your aquascape to gallery-worthy status.

🔬 Perfect For:

Nano and pico aquarium setups

Detailed foreground carpets

Golden accent planting

Iwagumi and nature-style layouts

Shrimp tank color highlights

Bonsai tree “canopies” in aquascaping

Terrarium and paludarium planting

Color contrast against dark substrates

💡 Pro Tips for Golden Success:

High light intensity brings out the brightest gold colors

Regular trimming encourages dense, compact growth

Plant in nutrient-rich substrate for best coloration

CO2 injection enhances growth rate and color intensity

Iron supplementation supports vibrant golden tones

Plant in small groups (3-5 stems) for quick coverage

⚠️ Important Note: While this plant is small, it’s not delicate! With proper care, it grows vigorously and can be easily propagated. Its small size is a feature, not a limitation—it allows for incredible detail and precision in your aquascaping.

🛒 Ready to Add Living Gold to Your Aquarium?
Click “Add to Cart” now and transform your tank with the magical glow of Rotala Mini Gold. Create miniature golden landscapes that captivate and inspire—your tiny aquatic world deserves this precious touch!

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Unleash the Golden Beauty of Rotala Sp. Mini Gold

Transform your aquarium into a mesmerizing underwater paradise with Rotala Sp. Mini Gold. This captivating aquatic plant is renowned for its vibrant golden coloration and compact growth, making it a prized addition to any aquascape. Whether you’re a seasoned aquarist or just starting your aquatic journey, Rotala Sp. Mini Gold offers unparalleled beauty and versatility to elevate your aquarium’s aesthetic appeal.

Why Choose Rotala Sp. Mini Gold?

Rotala Sp. Mini Gold stands out for several compelling reasons:

Stunning Golden Coloration: The plant’s leaves exhibit a breathtaking golden hue, adding warmth and brilliance to your aquarium. The intensity of the color can vary depending on lighting and nutrient levels, allowing for dynamic visual effects.
Compact Growth Habit: Unlike some Rotala species that can become unruly, Rotala Sp. Mini Gold maintains a compact and manageable size, making it ideal for nano tanks and smaller aquariums.
Versatile Aquascaping Options: This plant can be used in various aquascaping styles, from creating lush carpets to accentuating hardscape features. Its adaptability allows you to express your creativity and achieve your desired aquascape vision.
Relatively Easy to Care For: While it appreciates optimal conditions, Rotala Sp. Mini Gold is generally considered a relatively easy plant to care for, making it suitable for aquarists of all experience levels.

Caring for Your Rotala Sp. Mini Gold

To ensure your Rotala Sp. Mini Gold thrives and displays its full golden potential, consider the following care guidelines:

Lighting: Provide moderate to high lighting to promote vibrant coloration and compact growth. Insufficient light can result in leggy growth and diminished color.
CO2 Supplementation: While not strictly essential, CO2 supplementation can significantly enhance growth and coloration.
Nutrient Rich Substrate: A nutrient-rich substrate will provide essential nutrients for healthy growth. Consider using aquatic soil or adding root tabs to the substrate.
Water Parameters: Maintain stable water parameters with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5 and a temperature between 70°F and 82°F (21°C – 28°C).
Regular Trimming: Regular trimming encourages bushier growth and prevents the plant from becoming too dense.

With proper care, Rotala Sp. Mini Gold will transform your aquarium into a stunning display of golden beauty, captivating all who behold it. Elevate your aquascape with this remarkable aquatic plant and experience the joy of creating your own underwater masterpiece.

Primary Category: Foreground Carpet/Accent Plant (Nano Specialist)

Detailed Placement Guide:

Best Use: Foreground Golden Carpet or Accent

Optimal Position: Front third of aquarium, in highest light areas
Visual Role: Golden color accent and fine texture provider
Planting Style: Dense planting (stems ½ inch apart) for carpets or small clusters for accents

Alternative Specialized Uses:

Nano Tank Centerpiece – As a dominant golden feature in tanks under 5 gallons
Midground Golden Bush – When allowed to grow taller (3-4 inches) in small groupings
Hardscape Accent – Planted in crevices of rocks or on driftwood for golden highlights
Bonsai Tree Canopy – On aquascaping bonsai trees for golden “foliage”
Transition Planting – Between different hardscape elements or plant types

Growth Characteristics:

Maximum Height: 4-6 inches (10-15 cm) if untrimmed
Ideal Trim Height: 1-2 inches (2.5-5 cm) for carpeting
Leaf Size: Tiny, 3-5mm long, 1-2mm wide
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast with good conditions
Stem Thickness: Very slender, delicate but sturdy
Root System: Fine, shallow roots ideal for foreground planting

Design Recommendations:

Scale Creation: Perfect for making tanks appear larger through miniature planting
Color Contrast: Plant against dark substrates (black sand, soil) for maximum gold contrast
Light Positioning: MUST be in highest light area of tank for best color
Planting Density: For carpets: 1 stem per square inch minimum
Viewing Impact: Most dramatic when viewed from above or at front glass level

Technical Requirements:

Lighting: High to very high (PAR 80+ at substrate)
CO2: Highly recommended for carpet formation and best color
Temperature: 72-82°F (22-28°C)
pH: 6.0-7.5
Nutrients: Comprehensive fertilization with emphasis on iron
Substrate: Nutrient-rich preferred, but can grow in inert substrates with root tabs
Water Flow: Moderate to prevent debris accumulation in dense growth
Difficulty Level: Intermediate to advanced (due to high light requirement)

Maintenance Schedule for Carpet Formation:

Week 1-2: Plant densely, trim to 1 inch, establish roots
Week 3-4: Trim weekly to ½ inch, encourage lateral growth
Month 2+: Trim every 5-7 days to maintain carpet height and density
Fertilization: Daily or every-other-day micro dosing recommended
Propagation: Replant trimmings to fill gaps until complete coverage

Special Nano Tank Considerations:

Light Intensity: Even small nano tanks need strong lighting for this plant
Water Stability: Small volumes require careful parameter management
Planting Precision: Use fine aquascaping tools for planting tiny stems
Growth Control: In nano tanks, may require twice-weekly trimming
Visual Impact: In tiny tanks, even 5-10 stems make significant visual difference

Companion Plants for Golden Contrast:

Dark green: Hemianthus Cuba, Glossostigma
Red: Rotala Blood Red (dramatic contrast)
Medium green: Eleocharis species
Textural contrast: Mosses on hardscape

Note: This plant is particularly effective in shallow tanks (under 12 inches/30cm depth) where high light penetration is easier to achieve. In deeper tanks, ensure lighting is specifically designed to reach the substrate with sufficient PAR values.