
Altlandsberg
Echinodorus 'Altlandsberg'
Size: Large
Classic Amazon sword rosette plant. A centerpiece specimen for freshwater planted aquariums.
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 Guide
- Common Name
- Helanthium bolivianum 'Vesuvius'
- Family
- Alismataceae
- Native To
- Cultivar
- Lighting
- Low - High
- Requirements
- Undemanding, but does best with regular fertilization and supplemental CO2
- Growth Form
- Rosette
- Growth Rate
- Medium
- True Aquatic
- Yes
- Placement in Tank
- Mid-ground (or back of a smaller tank)
- Available As
- Potted or bare root