Heart-leaved sword
Echinodorus cordifolius
PlantFreshwater
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.
Recommended parameters
| Parameter | Recommended range |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 22–28 |
| pH | 6–7.5 |
| GH | 3–10 |
| KH | 2–8 |
| NO₃ | ≤ 20 |
| PO₄ | ≤ 2 |
Care
Difficulty3/5
Dietphotosynthetic
Min. tank150 L
Min. group1
Adult size50 cm
Lifespan5 ans
Temperamentpeaceful
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.