| Scientific Name: | Rotala Macrandra |
| Common Name: | Giant Red Rotalia |
| Substrate: | Plain washed gravel |
| Lighting: | Very bright |
| pH value: | Not critical |
| Hardness: | Not critical |
| Temperature: | at least 77oF (25oC) |
| Height: | up to 18 in (45 cm) |
| Distribution: | India |
| Characteristics: | A Herbaceous plant that has egg-shaped leaves in pairs, the upper is side Green and the lower side is bright Red or Pink. |
| Aquarium use: | An excellent plant for providing contrast to the middleground or background. |
