Echinodorus bleheri

Echinodorus bleheri is an easy aquarium plant that comes from South America. The leaves are light green and grow to 20-50cm long.

A nutrient-rich soil is recommended for the plant to grow well. Even in an aquarium with little light it can develop beautifully. The leaves are quite sturdy and can withstand a beating. Old or oversized leaves can be cut off to allow more light to reach the plants below and create space for new growth.

Echinodorus bleheri is a beautiful solitary aquarium plant for a community aquarium or South American biotope, suitable for beginners and people with a larger aquarium!

Characteristics of Echinodorus grisebachii 'Bleherae'

Type: Rosette plant

Origin: South America

Growth rate: Fast

Height: 20-30+ cm

Light requirement: 0.25 W/L

CO2 requirement: 0-5 mg/L