Red Tiger Lotus Aquarium Lily Plant Bulb for Freshwater Tanks, Featuring Red-Green Speckled Leaves

A red tiger lotus aquarium plant develops arrow-shaped leaves that range from deep red to green with natural speckling. Nymphaea zenkeri can form a bold freshwater focal point in the midground or background while its leaves provide shade and shelter for fish and shrimp.

Plant the bulb on top of the substrate or bury it no more than halfway, keeping the crown exposed to reduce rot risk. Moderate to high light encourages deeper red color, while a 72–82°F freshwater environment with pH 6.5–7.5 and soft to medium hardness supports growth.

Key Features

• Red-to-green speckled leaves create a distinctive freshwater aquascape focal point.
• Mature growth can reach about 20 inches and send leaves toward the surface.
• Leaf growth provides natural shade and shelter for aquarium fish and shrimp.
• CO2 injection is optional, while regular pruning helps maintain a compact form.

Specifications

• Product type: live aquarium bulb plant
• Botanical name: Nymphaea zenkeri
• Common name: red tiger lotus aquarium lily
• Leaf appearance: deep red to green with natural speckling
• Maximum stated height: up to 20 inches
• Water temperature: 72–82°F
• Preferred pH: 6.5–7.5
• Water hardness: soft to medium
• Lighting: moderate to high for deeper red coloration
• CO2: not required
• Planting: place on top of substrate or half-bury the bulb; do not fully bury

Place the bulb with its upper half exposed, provide suitable freshwater conditions and trim surface leaves when a more compact shape is preferred. Because this is a live plant, natural size, color and appearance vary by specimen and season.