Echinodorus schlueteri - Aquatic Plant

Product Details

Contents: One Echinodorus schlueteri plant

Dimensions: Varies with age and conditions; typically starts around 5-10 cm in height

General Description

• Common Name(s): Schlueter's Sword, Leopard Sword Plant
• Scientific Name: Echinodorus schlueteri
• Visual Description: This plant features a rosette of green, slightly ruffled leaves with a compact growth habit. Young leaves may exhibit a bronze hue, maturing to a deeper green.

Growing Conditions

• Light Requirements: Moderate to high
• Water Requirements: Prefers soft to moderately hard freshwater
• Temperature Range: 22-28°C (72-82°F)
• Humidity Preferences: Fully submerged aquatic plant, not applicable

Planting & Care

• Substrate Preferences: Rich in nutrients, fine-grained substrate preferred for root development
• Fertilization Needs: Benefits from root tabs and liquid fertilizers for optimal growth
• Propagation Methods: Propagates through adventitious plants on flower stalks or by rhizome division
• Pruning/Tidying Up: Trim old or decaying leaves to encourage new growth and maintain aesthetics

Placement

• Aquarium Placement: Ideal as a centerpiece or background plant due to its striking appearance and size
• Attachment: Not required, plant directly into the substrate
• Spacing Requirements: Allow at least 10-15 cm between plants to ensure adequate room for growth

Compatibility

• Aquarium Compatibility: Compatible with a wide range of fish and invertebrate species; best suited for community tanks
• Pest/Disease Resistance: Generally robust but watch for signs of nutrient deficiencies or excess light

Special Requirements or Tips

• Special Care Instructions: Ensure balanced lighting and nutrient levels to prevent algae growth on leaves
• Seasonal Care: Consistent care is key; however, growth may slow in cooler temperatures if not maintained at ideal conditions

Ecological Impact

• Invasiveness: Not invasive in controlled aquarium environments
• Benefit to Wildlife: Provides shelter and breeding grounds for aquatic life, enhancing biodiversity in the aquarium