Echinodorus bleheri

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Description
⭐ DifficultyEasy to Moderate
💡 LightingMedium to High
🧪 CO₂Beneficial but not required
📈 Growth RateMedium
🌿 Height30–60 cm
📍 PositionMidground to Background
🌡️ Temperature22–28°C
💧 pH6.0–7.5
🌍 OriginSouth America
Beginner-FriendlyModerate LightNo CO₂ Needed

A bold rosette that anchors any aquascape. Echinodorus bleheri is a decorative sword plant that develops striking foliage. Well-suited as a midground or background focal point in medium to large aquariums.

Plant in nutrient-rich substrate with root tabs. Appreciates iron supplementation for vibrant leaf color. Remove old outer leaves to encourage fresh growth.

✂️ Propagation: Produces adventitious plantlets or runners. Separate when rooted. Easy.