Osiris sword

Echinodorus osiris

Family : Alismataceae

PlantFreshwatersword plant

The Osiris sword is an elegant plant with reddish leaves, highly prized in aquascaping.

Osiris sword — photo 1 sur 2 — gonzalovalenzuela · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.01 / 2

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 has lanceolate leaves, olive green to reddish, with prominent veins. It reaches 20-40 cm. Growth is moderate. It produces flower stalks with small white flowers. In aquariums, it requires moderate to high lighting to develop its colors. It propagates via stolons. It is sensitive to iron deficiency.

Habitat

Region :

Freshwater rivers and lakes

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

80 L

Min. group

Adult size

40 cm

Lifespan

5 years

Temperament

Peaceful

Propagation

Stolons, division

Care notes

Osiris sword is of medium difficulty. Temperature 22-28°C, pH 6.0-7.5, with moderate to high lighting. CO2 and fertilizer (iron) supplementation is recommended. A nutrient-rich substrate is important. Minimum tank volume: 80 liters. Can be planted in midground or background. Compatible with peaceful fish. Propagation by dividing stolons.

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