Ozelot sword
Echinodorus ozelot
Family : Alismataceae
PlantFreshwaterclassic
Large spotted leaves, very decorative. Easy to grow, suitable for medium to large aquariums.
Popularity
Easy plant
standard lighting, few requirements
Availability
Common in shopsShop availability
IUCN Status
LC
Least Concern
Description
Echinodorus ozelot is a rosette plant that produces long lanceolate leaves, light green with characteristic brown-red spots. It can reach 30-40 cm in height. It grows quickly and absorbs nitrates well. It sometimes flowers above water. Ideal as a background or midground plant.
Habitat
Region :
Marshes, riverbanks, flooded areas
Distribution :
Recommended parameters
Temperature22–28 °C
pH6–7.5
GH3–12 °dGH
KH2–10 °dKH
NO₃
≤ 30 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 2 mg/L
Care
Difficulty
2/5
Diet
Photosynthetic
Min. tank
50 L
Min. group
1
Adult size
40 cm
Lifespan
4 years
Temperament
Peaceful
Propagation
Runners, adventitious plantlets
Care notes
Requires moderate to high lighting, a nutrient-rich substrate (root tabs recommended). Tolerates a wide range of parameters. Regular pruning to avoid shading.
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