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Echinodorus Osiris Rubra

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Description

Plants height: 30–60 cm

Temperature: 22–28°C

PH Tolerance: 6.0–7.5

Lighting: Medium to High

Growth Rate(slow, medium, fast): Medium

Origin: South America (Brazil)

Position: Background

Care Tips: Echinodorus Osiris Rubra is a bold and colorful sword plant prized for its reddish to bronze new leaves that gradually turn green as they mature. This background plant adds a rich, natural contrast to green foliage and works beautifully in large aquariums. It prefers nutrient-rich substrates and benefits from iron supplementation to maintain its vibrant coloration. While not mandatory, CO₂ injection promotes more vigorous and lush growth. Osiris Rubra enjoys medium to high lighting and thrives in soft to slightly hard water with a stable pH between 6.0 and 7.5. Trim outer or aging leaves to encourage fresh development from the crown. Its size and coloring make it a fantastic centerpiece or backdrop in nature-style and Dutch aquascapes.