Echinodorus macrophyllus

Aquarius macrophyllus

Echinodorus macrophyllus is a rosette plant suited to midground and background planting.

Midground, BackgroundRosette plant

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Planting & care

PlacementMidground, Background
GrowthRosette plant
LightMedium

Quick specs

Difficulty: Medium
Light: Medium
Temperature: 72–82°F (22–28°C)
Placement: Midground, Background
Growth type: Rosette plant
Aquarium suitability: Suitable for aquariums Suitable for long-term aquarium use.

Water conditions

Temperature: 72–82°F (22–28°C)
pH: 6–8
Carbonate hardness: 0–10 °dKH

Nutrients

Nitrate (NO₃): 10–50 mg/L
Phosphate (PO₄): 0.5–3 mg/L
Potassium (K): 5–50 mg/L
Iron (Fe): 0.05–0.2 mg/L

Growth & placement

Growth rate: Fast
Propagation: proliferating inflorescences

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What you’ll need to grow Echinodorus macrophyllus

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Lighting

This plant requires medium light.

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Fertilization

Regular macro and micronutrient fertilization supports healthy growth and coloration.

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Substrate

A suitable substrate or targeted root nutrition can support this plant's growth habit.

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Where to buy Echinodorus macrophyllus

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