Aquarium plant

Echinodorus portoalegrensis

Foreground, MidgroundRosette plant

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Plant overview

Echinodorus portoalegrensis is a rosette plant for foreground and midground planting. Recorded care includes medium care and low light and recommended CO₂.

Water parameters include temperature 18–24 °C, pH 5–7, KH 0–7 °dKH, CO₂ 1–4 mg/L.

Planting & care

  • PlacementForeground, Midground
  • GrowthRosette plant
  • LightLow
  • CO2Recommended
  • Height5–15 cm

Water conditions

Temperature
18–24 °C
pH
5–7
Carbonate hardness
0–7 °dKH
CO₂ (mg/L)
1–4 mg/L

Growth & placement

Growth rate
Slow
Width
1–3 cm
Propagation
Daughter-plant cuttings

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Alismataceae
Genus
Echinodorus

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FAQ

Where should Echinodorus portoalegrensis be planted?

Use it for foreground and midground planting.

What light does Echinodorus portoalegrensis need?

Light requirement: low.

What temperature suits Echinodorus portoalegrensis?

Temperature: 18–24 °C.

How tall does Echinodorus portoalegrensis grow?

Height: 5–15 cm.