Small-flowered sword

Echinodorus parviflorus

Family : Alismataceae

PlantFreshwatersword plant

The small-flowered sword is a compact plant, ideal for small aquariums.

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 forms a rosette of lanceolate, dark green leaves, measuring 15-25 cm. Growth is slow to moderate. It produces small white flowers when emersed. In aquariums, it prefers moderate lighting. It is less demanding than other Echinodorus. It propagates via stolons and can form a carpet.

Habitat

Region :

Freshwater rivers and streams

Distribution :

Recommended parameters

Temperature22–28 °C

pH6–7.5

GH3–10 °dGH

KH2–8 °dKH

NO₃

≤ 20 mg/L

PO₄

≤ 2 mg/L

CO₂

≤ 20 mg/L

Light

Medium

Care

Difficulty

2/5

Diet

Photosynthetic

Min. tank

40 L

Min. group

Adult size

25 cm

Lifespan

5 years

Temperament

Peaceful

Propagation

Stolons, division

Care notes

Small-flowered sword is easy to maintain. Temperature 22-28°C, pH 6.0-7.5, with moderate lighting. CO2 addition is not essential. A nutrient-rich substrate is recommended. Minimum tank volume: 40 liters. Suitable for foreground or midground. Compatible with peaceful fish. Propagation by dividing stolons.

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