{"product_id":"red-tiger-lotus-bulb-for-natural-aquariums-with-broad-mottled-red-leaves-and-a-striking-centerpiece-look-656337","title":"Red Tiger Lotus Bulb for Natural Aquariums with Broad Mottled Red Leaves and a Striking Centerpiece Look","description":"\u003cp\u003eA red tiger lotus bulb grows into a bold aquarium centerpiece, bringing broad, mottled red leaves to a natural planted layout. Its potential size makes it best suited to tanks of 20 gallons or more, where it has room to spread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive this heavy root feeder a soil base beneath a sand cap. Nest the lower part of the bulb in the sand while keeping the top and shoots exposed so roots can grow down toward the soil. Trim surface leaves at their base to maintain a lower shape and allow light to reach plants below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroad mottled red foliage creates a focal point in an aquarium layout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrows up to about 20 inches high and wide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedium light is recommended; stronger light can deepen the red color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface leaves can be trimmed at the base to keep growth lower.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe bulb may shed its leaves during a rest period and resprout later.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded quantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 red tiger lotus bulb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical identification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nymphaea lotus sold as Nymphaea zenkeri\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePotential size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to about 20 inches high and wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended aquarium size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 gallons or more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 72–82°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soil base beneath a sand cap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBulb placement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lower part in sand with the top and shoots exposed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs this a bulb or a fully grown red tiger lotus plant?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis item is one red tiger lotus bulb. It develops broad, mottled red leaves as it grows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat size aquarium suits a red tiger lotus?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA red tiger lotus is best suited to an aquarium of 20 gallons or more because it can grow up to about 20 inches high and wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I plant the tiger lotus bulb?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNest the lower part of the tiger lotus bulb in the sand cap and leave the top and shoots exposed. Use a soil base beneath the sand, and do not push the bulb down into the soil. If you cannot tell which way is up, float it until shoots appear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow can I keep tiger lotus leaves from covering the surface?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTrim the tiger lotus surface leaves at their base to keep the plant lower and let light reach plants below. Leaves growing toward the surface are normal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat light and temperature does this red tiger lotus need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis red tiger lotus suits medium light and temperatures of 72–82°F. Stronger light can deepen its red color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan a tiger lotus grow back after losing its leaves?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA tiger lotus bulb can resprout after a rest period. Leaf loss may be part of that cycle, so leave the bulb in place rather than assuming it has died.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Father Fish Aquarium","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53578086383928,"sku":"SHP-6337-79B5E8","price":26.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/wfcaseshop.com\/products\/red-tiger-lotus-bulb-for-natural-aquariums-with-broad-mottled-red-leaves-and-a-striking-centerpiece-look-656337","provider":"Pick Velora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}