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Oriental Mother
Echinodorus 'Oriental'
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Centerpiece sword plant for medium and large freshwater aquariums. Heavy root feeder — use root tabs in nutrient-poor substrate to fuel growth. Develops impressive broad leaves up to 12 inches tall. Best in pH 6.5–7.5, 72–82°F, with moderate to high light. Oriental Sword — pink-flushed new growth.
About this Plant
Echinodorus 'Oriental' is an excellent sword plant hybrid that displays bright pink new leaves in the aquarium. Hybridized by Oriental Aquarium in Singapore, Echinodorus 'Oriental' is a popular aquarium plant world wide. Use Oriental sword plants in the mid - background areas of the aquarium.
Care Guide
- Common Name
- Oriental sword
- Family
- Alismataceae
- Native To
- Hybrid
- Lighting
- Moderate
- Requirements
- Undemanding, heavy feeder
- Growth Form
- Rosette
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- True Aquatic
- Yes
- Placement in Tank
- Mid-background
- Available As
- Bare root, potted
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