TCulture Echinodorus Rose (Pot)

Description

Family
Alismataceae

Genus
Echinodorus

Difficulty
easy

Usage
Background

Growth
medium

pH value
5 – 7

Temperature tolerance
15 – 30°C

Carbonate hardness
0 – 21°dKH

General hardness
0 – 30°dGH

Propagation
Proliferating inflorescences, Rhizomteilung

Can grow emersed?
yes

Source
Flowgrow

Growing Echinodorus Rose in Singapore aquariums

Echinodorus Rose is an easy-going sword whose new leaves push through in attractive rosy and reddish-brown tones before settling. We recommend it as a forgiving background plant for hobbyists building their first nature-style tank, since it tolerates a broad sweep of water parameters and grows at a manageable medium pace rather than overwhelming the layout. Its full rosette quickly establishes presence behind midground hardscape.

As with every Echinodorus, it feeds heavily through its roots, so a nutrient-rich substrate and root tabs make the difference between a dull plant and one with rich colour and large leaves. Brighter light intensifies the rosy hues. Our soft, slightly acidic Singapore tap water sits well within its wide tolerance once dechlorinated, and ambient 27-29C means no heater is needed. Allow space for the rosette to expand so lower leaves stay lit.

Browse the full background live plants range, and read our Amazon sword care guide alongside the beginner aquascape guide to build around it.