• Echinodorus cordifolius Fluitans Tropica
  • Echinodorus cordifolius Fluitans Tropica
  • Echinodorus cordifolius Fluitans Tropica
  • Echinodorus cordifolius Fluitans Tropica
  • Echinodorus cordifolius Fluitans Tropica
  • Echinodorus cordifolius Fluitans Tropica
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Echinodorus cordifolius Fluitans

heart-shaped leaves that float gracefully to the surface

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Quick Facts

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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

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

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.