Echinodorus Schuleteri 'Leopard Sword'- 5cm Net Pot

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Echinodorus schlueteri - Aquatic Plant

Product Details

Contents: One Echinodorus schlueteri plant

Dimensions: Varies with age and conditions; typically starts around 5-10 cm in height

General Description

  • Common Name(s): Schlueter's Sword, Leopard Sword Plant
  • Scientific Name: Echinodorus schlueteri
  • Visual Description: This plant features a rosette of green, slightly ruffled leaves with a compact growth habit. Young leaves may exhibit a bronze hue, maturing to a deeper green.

Growing Conditions

  • Light Requirements: Moderate to high
  • Water Requirements: Prefers soft to moderately hard freshwater
  • Temperature Range: 22-28°C (72-82°F)
  • Humidity Preferences: Fully submerged aquatic plant, not applicable

Planting & Care

  • Substrate Preferences: Rich in nutrients, fine-grained substrate preferred for root development
  • Fertilization Needs: Benefits from root tabs and liquid fertilizers for optimal growth
  • Propagation Methods: Propagates through adventitious plants on flower stalks or by rhizome division
  • Pruning/Tidying Up: Trim old or decaying leaves to encourage new growth and maintain aesthetics

Placement

  • Aquarium Placement: Ideal as a centerpiece or background plant due to its striking appearance and size
  • Attachment: Not required, plant directly into the substrate
  • Spacing Requirements: Allow at least 10-15 cm between plants to ensure adequate room for growth

Compatibility

  • Aquarium Compatibility: Compatible with a wide range of fish and invertebrate species; best suited for community tanks
  • Pest/Disease Resistance: Generally robust but watch for signs of nutrient deficiencies or excess light

Special Requirements or Tips

  • Special Care Instructions: Ensure balanced lighting and nutrient levels to prevent algae growth on leaves
  • Seasonal Care: Consistent care is key; however, growth may slow in cooler temperatures if not maintained at ideal conditions

Ecological Impact

  • Invasiveness: Not invasive in controlled aquarium environments
  • Benefit to Wildlife: Provides shelter and breeding grounds for aquatic life, enhancing biodiversity in the aquarium

Echinodorus Schuleteri 'Leopard Sword'- 5cm Net Pot

$14.20 $25.00 43% Off