Echinodorus · Red Flame

A sword cultivar selected for patterned reddish young leaves that add contrast among green plants.

Planting and placement

Plant the roots in a suitable aquarium substrate and leave the crown exposed. Give the rosette room to expand and plan for a substantial root system. Use root nutrition where needed; moving an established plant frequently can interrupt growth.

Light and nutrition

Moderate aquarium lighting and balanced nutrition support steady growth. Added carbon dioxide can improve density and growth, but requirements depend on the plant and desired result. Rooted plants benefit from appropriate substrate nutrition; red tones often become stronger under well-balanced brighter conditions.

Growth and maintenance

Use in a freshwater aquarium and maintain regular water changes and gentle circulation around the planting. Plants grown above water may shed older leaves while producing submerged growth; remove decaying material and allow time to settle. Mature height and coloration vary with light, nutrients, pruning, and conditions. Rinse and inspect plants before introduction, remove packaging and growing material carefully, and consider separate observation where sensitive shrimp or pest exclusion are priorities.

Sold per pot. Choose the listed purchase option; photographs show reference appearance rather than a guaranteed individual plant.

Reference image. Plant size, color, and growth form may vary.

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