Aquarium plant

Echinodorus cordifolius

Midground, BackgroundRosette plant

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Plant overview

Echinodorus cordifolius grows as a rosette plant and fits midground and background planting. Care: easy care, low light, recommended CO₂.

Recorded water ranges cover temperature 20–28 °C, pH 5–8, KH 0–21 °dKH, CO₂ 1–4 mg/L.

Planting & care

  • PlacementMidground, Background
  • GrowthRosette plant
  • LightLow
  • CO2Recommended
  • Height3–5 cm

Water conditions

Temperature
20–28 °C
pH
5–8
Carbonate hardness
0–21 °dKH
CO₂ (mg/L)
1–4 mg/L

Growth & placement

Growth rate
Fast
Width
2–4 cm
Propagation
Daughter-plant cuttings

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Alismataceae
Genus
Echinodorus

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FAQ

Where should Echinodorus cordifolius be planted?

Use it for midground and background planting.

What light does Echinodorus cordifolius need?

Light requirement: low.

What temperature suits Echinodorus cordifolius?

Temperature: 20–28 °C.

How tall does Echinodorus cordifolius grow?

Height: 3–5 cm.