What types are there?
The variety of sword plants is relatively large. In addition to the different original species, there are also numerous cultivated forms. The demands on water quality, exposure and exposure vary according to their home care of the single sword plant. Many of them are marsh plants, they can withstand a drop in the water level very well.
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Some types of sword plants, on the other hand, are among the "real" aquatic plants that only thrive under water. If the water level sinks, only the rhizomes survive. When the water rises, the plant will then sprout again. However, this characteristic does not play a major role in the aquarium.
Some species of Echinodorus in brief:
- Echinodorus bleheri (broad-leaved sword plant): green rosette plant, ideal temperature of 20 ° C to 30 ° C
- Echinodorus cordifolius (heart-leaved sword plant): very robust, numerous subspecies, medium-sized, partly also suitable for cooler water
- Echinodorus parviflorus (black sword plant): with intensive lighting, black leaf markings, medium-sized, ideal temperature between 20 ° C and 26 ° C
- Echinodorus horizontalis (horizontal sword plant): horizontal leaf growth, needs a lot of space, suitable for shallow aquariums, strong rhizome formation, ideal temperature between 24 ° C and 29 ° C
- Echinodorus tenellus (grass-like sword plant): reddish-brown leaves under intense lighting, somewhat more difficult to care for than other species, ideal temperature between 22 ° C and 29 ° C
- Echinodorus quadricostatus (dwarf sword plant): grows quickly, light green leaves, forms lawn-like cushions, prefers fine gravel, high nutrient requirements
How can Echinodorus species be propagated?
Some species of Echinodorus multiply through the development of daughter plants, others form rhizomes through which further spread. There are also species that use both methods of propagation. Rhizome-forming sword plants are usually easy to divide. The daughter plants are usually very easy-care and grow on without any problems after planting.
Tips
As a beginner in the aquarium hobby, you should opt for an easy-care type of sword plant. But also make sure that the size of the plant actually fits your aquarium.
