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Echinodorus cordifolius Fluitans

heart-shaped leaves that float gracefully to the surface

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Quick Facts

Common name:

Origin: North America

Position in Aquarium: Mid/background

Grows up to (cm): 30 cm

Pot Size: 5 cm

Growth rate: Medium pace

Description

Echinodorus cordifolius 'Fluitans' is a distinctive cordifolius variety that produces heart-shaped floating leaves that reach up to the surface and lie flat on the water, sending elegant, long-petioled blades across the waterline. The effect is unusual and naturalistic — quite different from the typically upright sword plant habit — and the floating leaves provide useful shade and cover for fish below.

Medium light, no CO2 required, planted in substrate with root tabs. As the floating leaves develop they shade the substrate considerably — this is normal and part of the plant's character. Growth is vigorous once established.

Plant in the midground to background. Leave enough space above for the floating leaves to spread. Propagation via daughter plants on flower stems.

Plant Sizes

You’ll receive a healthy, rooted plant in a pot, similar to those shown. Each one is hand-checked before dispatch.

Shipping

Same-day dispatch on orders placed before 4pm, Monday to Friday. Tracked 24 Service from £4.99, DPD Express from £6.99.

Echinodorus cordifolius Fluitans Tropica
Echinodorus cordifolius Fluitans Tropica
Echinodorus cordifolius Fluitans Tropica
Echinodorus cordifolius Fluitans Tropica
Echinodorus cordifolius Fluitans Tropica
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Zoe

Arrived in great condition. Is growing so well and plenty of new leaves

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Matthijs S.
Review

Arrived in great condition, good sized, healthy plants, great stuff!

Product FAQs

Helpful details before you buy.

What makes Fluitans different from other cordifolius?

The leaves are produced on very long petioles and float on the water surface rather than standing upright. The floating canopy is the defining feature.

Does it need CO2?

No — grows without CO2. Root tabs near the roots support the best growth.

Will the floating leaves shade the tank significantly?

Yes — this is normal and expected. The floating canopy shades the water below, which can reduce algae and create a pleasant dappled light effect.

How large does it get?

The plant is moderate in size but the floating leaves can spread considerably across the water surface. Best in medium to large aquariums.

How do I propagate it?

Daughter plants on flower stems — detach once they have 3–4 leaves and visible roots.

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Echinodorus cordifolius Fluitans

heart-shaped leaves that float gracefully to the surface

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Easy care Medium light CO2 not required Background plant
Regular price
£8.99
Regular price
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£8.99
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Echinodorus cordifolius Fluitans Tropica
Echinodorus cordifolius Fluitans Tropica
Echinodorus cordifolius Fluitans Tropica
Echinodorus cordifolius Fluitans Tropica
Echinodorus cordifolius Fluitans Tropica

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About this plant

Echinodorus cordifolius 'Fluitans' is a distinctive cordifolius variety that produces heart-shaped floating leaves that reach up to the surface and lie flat on the water, sending elegant, long-petioled blades across the waterline. The effect is unusual and naturalistic — quite different from the typically upright sword plant habit — and the floating leaves provide useful shade and cover for fish below.

Medium light, no CO2 required, planted in substrate with root tabs. As the floating leaves develop they shade the substrate considerably — this is normal and part of the plant's character. Growth is vigorous once established.

Plant in the midground to background. Leave enough space above for the floating leaves to spread. Propagation via daughter plants on flower stems.

Preparing a potted plant

Gently remove the pot and growing wool, then follow the planting advice for this species.

Potted plant care guide
Delivery & live plant guarantee

Orders placed before 4pm Monday–Friday normally dispatch the same working day. Special-order items leave once all items are available.

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  • 5 stars: 2 (100%)
  • 4 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 3 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 2 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 1 star: 0 (0%)
Z
Zoe

Arrived in great condition. Is growing so well and plenty of new leaves

M
Matthijs S.
Review

Arrived in great condition, good sized, healthy plants, great stuff!

Product FAQs

What makes Fluitans different from other cordifolius?

The leaves are produced on very long petioles and float on the water surface rather than standing upright. The floating canopy is the defining feature.

Does it need CO2?

No — grows without CO2. Root tabs near the roots support the best growth.

Will the floating leaves shade the tank significantly?

Yes — this is normal and expected. The floating canopy shades the water below, which can reduce algae and create a pleasant dappled light effect.

How large does it get?

The plant is moderate in size but the floating leaves can spread considerably across the water surface. Best in medium to large aquariums.

How do I propagate it?

Daughter plants on flower stems — detach once they have 3–4 leaves and visible roots.