Popular Products. Echinodorus 'vesuvius' (Echinodorus Angustifolia ) $2.00. There is a new post up on my blog Aquabiota, covering a rare Sword by the name of Echinodorus opacus “Goncalo” 2003. With its small size, Echinodorus grisebachii 'Tropica' is an excellent solitary plant in nano aquariums and contrasts with finely textured plants. Hardiness zone 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b, 11. Recommended water hardness (dGH): 4 - 18°N (71.43 - 321.43ppm) Echinodorus cordifolius Tropica Marble Queen aka Tropica Marble Queen Burhead. Got 3 of these beauties. Echinodorus parviflorus 'Tropica' was selected and introduced to the aquarium trade by Tropica Nurseries of Denmark. CO2 supplementation is not necessary for success with this plant, although it is certainly beneficial. Echinodorus parviflorus 'Tropica' was selected and introduced to the aquarium trade by Tropica Nurseries of Denmark. If you have provided a suitable substrate and enriched the aquarium with water column supplementation, no one can stop your plant to flourish. I've never had an ounce of problems with them...no algae, no problem with inhabitants munching the leaves faster than they can grow..just a simple easygoing plant ime. The rosette sword plant, as it is more commonly known in the US, is unlike most other sword plants in the fact that it is smaller than most. Many species are grown in aquariums. they are perfect! Here is a small excerpt of the post, and you can find the rest in the blog for which you can go to by clicking on the banner-link below. I've ordered several of these in the past and more just recently...The leaves definately have the hammered appearance to them and each plant that I've received has had numerous leaves, a healthy root system, and been about 4" in height and about 3-3+" in width. ☺ Artistic Weavers - $175.00. Echinodorus Parviflorus, also known as Rosette Sword, E. Peruensis or E. Tocantins, originates from South America. Overview: Echinodorus parviflorus Tropica is native to South America and is a sword plant. Live plants all require different levels of care and some common aquatic plants include Echinodorus, Lilaeposis (Sword Plants), and Anubias. (depending on if i can find room for more haha!). July 8th, 2014. Beautiful midground to foreground plant...very interesting leaf shape and texture. Echinodorus Parviflorus 'Tropica' is a beautiful compact sword for foreground or mid-ground aquarium. E. parviflorus 'Tropica' will grow fine in low to very high light. The broad sword-like leaves and the green foliage give a lush green appearance to the tank. The plants are in great shape. 16 and fits well in smaller aquariums. A frequent misting of the leaves and keeping the soil moist is also advisable for better plant growth. Pictures are of adult plants and used only as a reference. Tropica (Rossette) Sword Plant. - Works well as a foreground or mid-ground plant. Recommended pH range for the species: 6.2 - 7.2. Parviflorus doesn't really have any nutrient deficient problems but that doesn't mean you shouldn't dose your tank. Surya Tropica Khaki 2' 3 X 12' Runner Rug Awap5003-2312 [email protected]@k Tropica - £129.99 Apologize for the cloudy water, I just did a water change The most fascinating feature of the plant is its sword-like leaves that enhance the outlook of the aquarium to a great extent. TODO TODO Wasserpflanzen sind ein fester Bestandteil der meisten Aquarien. Growth Rate: Average. I ordered 5 of these. This plant arrived a good size and has a great color. This adaptable and hardy Amazon swordplant is a popular commonly available species. Smaller in size then the larger amazon sword, would be good in smaller to medium sized aquariums. The size depends on the light intensity, and in poor light it is quite a small plant. green) and they look great. Rosette Sword – Echinodorus parviflorus – Beginner Tropical Live Aquarium Plant $ 5.95 $ 4.95. Layouts containing this plant Echinodorus bleheri from South America is undemanding and beautiful, and becomes 20-50 cm tall. Artistic Weavers Tropica Awap5003-2312 Rug - 2'3 X 12' Surya Tropica - $175.00. It is possible to grow these from seed as well but a lot of patience and care is required. Iron deficiency is the primary concern while growing Echinodorus parviflorus Tropica, therefore, placing root tabs at the base of the plant can do the needful. Most will grow in variable water conditions, though the majority need tropical or sub-tropical temperature ranges. When I went to rescape my tank today I noticed its root system spans almost the full length of the tank. This planthas beautiful hammered leaves with a small tip. Shipping Options. It is essential to remove the plants without damaging the rhizome carefully. The plants supplied are similar but younger so still a bit smaller. Echinodorus Parviflorus ‘Tropica’ tiene hojas martilladas distintivas y un pequeño pico en la punta en forma de cuchilla, dándoles un aspecto arrugado. Seachem Tabs and API Tabs are both good brands. The Rosette Sword (Echinodorus parviflorus) is a more compact sword and is beautiful as a foreground or mid-ground plant. In larger tanks it fits well into the foreground and looks nice as a loose group of few plants. About 4" tall and 4-5" wide, with clean and healthy roots. 'Aflame' is an especially decorative red, low growing Echinodorus cultivar that entered the trade around 2005.