Heart-leaved sword

Echinodorus cordifolius

Family : Alismataceae

PlantFreshwatersword plant

The heart-leaved sword is distinguished by its large heart-shaped leaves.

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Popularity

Easy plant

standard lighting, few requirements

Availability

Common in shops

Shop availability

IUCN Status

Least Concern

Biotope

South America

Hors bassin amazonien : Paraná, Orénoque, Andes.

Description

This plant produces heart-shaped (cordate) leaves, light green, reaching up to 40 cm. It forms a dense rosette. Growth is moderate to fast. It can flower when emersed. In aquariums, it prefers moderate to high lighting. It is larger than the Amazon sword and requires more space. It propagates via stolons.

Habitat

Region :

Freshwater marshes and rivers

Distribution :

Recommended parameters

Temperature22–28 °C

pH6–7.5

GH3–10 °dGH

KH2–8 °dKH

NO₃

≤ 20 mg/L

PO₄

≤ 2 mg/L

CO₂

≤ 30 mg/L

Light

Medium

Care

Difficulty

3/5

Diet

Photosynthetic

Min. tank

150 L

Min. group

Adult size

50 cm

Lifespan

5 years

Temperament

Peaceful

Propagation

Stolons, division

Care notes

Heart-leaved sword is a medium to large plant. Temperature 22-28°C, pH 6.0-7.5, with moderate to high lighting. CO2 addition is beneficial. A nutrient-rich substrate is important. Minimum tank volume: 150 liters. It can be planted in the background. Compatible with peaceful fish. Propagation by dividing stolons.

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