Care Guide
Helanthium bolivianum 'Vesuvius'
Echinodorus Altlandsberg
Care at a Glance
Lighting
Low - High
Growth Rate
Medium
Growth Form
Rosette
Placement
Mid-ground (or back of a smaller tank)
True Aquatic
Yes
Available As
Potted or bare root
About This Plant
Previously known as Echinodorus angustifolia 'Vesuvius'. Like all "chain swords", this one has been moved to the genus, Helanthium It has also been determined that H. angustifolia is a synonym of H. bolivianum . Helanthium bolivianum is very interesting aquarium plant and is fast growing. It spreads easily by runners. For the aquarium hobbyist who has been looking for new and different varieties of sword plant, this will be an outstanding addition. Lighting conditions from low to high will work with the medium range being optimal in the aquarium. 'Vesuvius' derives its name from the curl of the leaves similarity to wisps of smoke off the top of Mount Vesuvius. H. bolivianum 'Vesuvius' was developed by Eu Kwee Hwang of Oriental Aquarium, by selecting from normal plants of Helanthium bolivianum "Angustifolius". For more information, click here .
Care Requirements
Undemanding, but does best with regular fertilization and supplemental CO2
Family
Alismataceae
Native To
Cultivar