Echinodorus 'Red Flame'

Echinodorus 'Red Flame' is a hybrid of Echinodorus schlueteri 'Leopard' and Echinodorus barthii It is one of the easiest red colored sword plants to grow in the aquarium.  Bright red new leaves of the red flame sword plant are covered in dark red speckles. Red flame sword plants make for a great centerpiece plant in the aquarium.  Echinodorus 'Red Flame' is a great plant for all individuals.

Common Name:     Red flame sword plant

Family Name:          Alismataceae

Native To:                Hybrid

Lighting:                  Moderate

Requirements:          Undemanding, but like most Echinodorus, it is a heavy feeder

Growth Form:           Rosette

Growth Rate:            Moderate

True Aquatic:            Yes

Placement in Tank:   Background or centerpiece

Available As:             Bare root, potted