Echinodorus 'Oriental' - Aquatic Plant

Product Details

Contents: One Echinodorus 'Oriental' plant

Dimensions: Varies with age; typically reaches 20-30 cm (8-12 inches) in height

General Description

• Common Name(s): Oriental Sword Plant
• Scientific Name: Echinodorus 'Oriental'
• Visual Description: Echinodorus 'Oriental' is known for its distinctive pink and green marbled leaves. The younger leaves often display a beautiful pink hue that gradually transitions to green as they mature. Its compact and bushy growth habit makes it an excellent choice for adding color and texture to the midground of an aquarium.

Growing Conditions

• Light Requirements: Medium to high; brighter light intensifies leaf coloration
• Water Requirements: Prefers clean, well-circulated freshwater, adaptable to soft to moderately hard water
• Temperature Range: 22-28°C (72-82°F)
• Humidity Preferences: Fully submerged aquatic plant

Planting & Care

• Substrate Preferences: Benefits from a nutrient-rich substrate to support robust growth
• Fertilization Needs: Responds well to both root tabs and liquid fertilizers, with an emphasis on iron to enhance leaf coloration
• Propagation Methods: Can be propagated by separating daughter plants that form around the base of the parent plant
• Pruning/Tidying Up: Regular pruning of older leaves encourages new growth and maintains plant health and appearance

Placement

• Aquarium Placement: Best suited for the midground of the aquarium, where its color and form can be appreciated without overshadowing smaller plants
• Attachment: Does not require attachment to hardscape elements; plants should be rooted directly into the substrate
• Spacing Requirements: Space plants approximately 15-20 cm (6-8 inches) apart to allow for full growth and spread

Compatibility

• Aquarium Compatibility: Compatible with a wide range of freshwater fish and invertebrate species. It's especially well-suited for community tanks and planted aquariums seeking a splash of color.
• Pest/Disease Resistance: Generally robust but may be susceptible to algae growth if light and nutrient levels are not well-managed

Special Requirements or Tips

• Special Care Instructions: To maintain the vibrant pink coloration of the leaves, ensure that the plant receives sufficient lighting and nutrients, particularly iron.
• Seasonal Care: In an indoor aquarium, consistent conditions throughout the year are ideal for steady growth and coloration.

Ecological Impact

• Invasiveness: Not known to be invasive in controlled aquarium settings
• Benefit to Wildlife: Provides shelter and breeding grounds for aquatic fauna, enhancing the ecosystem within the aquarium