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Echinodorus cordifolius Fluitans

Wavy light-green leaves on an easy sword plant that usually stays submerged

Wavy light-green leaves on an easy sword plant that usually stays submerged

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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 an easy sword plant with wavy, light-green leaves. It is less inclined to grow above the water than other cordifolius forms; large leaves may develop just below the surface.

Plant in a nutritious substrate or use root tabs. Allow room for the rosette and leaves to develop, and use as a midground or background specimen according to tank size.

Supplied as an established potted plant. Keep the crown at substrate level.

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

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

Product FAQs

Helpful details before you buy.

What makes Fluitans different from other cordifolius?

Its wavy, light-green leaves are less likely to emerge above the water than other cordifolius forms. Large leaves can develop just below the surface.

Does it need CO2?

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

Will the upper leaves shade other plants?

Large upper leaves can shade smaller plants. Trim older leaves if needed, but a floating surface canopy is not the defining habit of this cultivar.

How large does it get?

It can form a substantial rosette with long leaves. Leave vertical and sideways space rather than planning for a free-floating plant.

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

Wavy light-green leaves on an easy sword plant that usually stays submerged

Easy care Medium light CO2 not required Background plant
Regular price
£8.99
Regular price
Sale price
£8.99
  • In stock — 1 available

In-stock orders normally dispatch before 4pm, Monday–Friday. Delivery details

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 an easy sword plant with wavy, light-green leaves. It is less inclined to grow above the water than other cordifolius forms; large leaves may develop just below the surface.

Plant in a nutritious substrate or use root tabs. Allow room for the rosette and leaves to develop, and use as a midground or background specimen according to tank size.

Supplied as an established potted plant. Keep the crown at substrate level.

Product FAQs

What makes Fluitans different from other cordifolius?

Its wavy, light-green leaves are less likely to emerge above the water than other cordifolius forms. Large leaves can develop just below the surface.

Does it need CO2?

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

Will the upper leaves shade other plants?

Large upper leaves can shade smaller plants. Trim older leaves if needed, but a floating surface canopy is not the defining habit of this cultivar.

How large does it get?

It can form a substantial rosette with long leaves. Leave vertical and sideways space rather than planning for a free-floating plant.

How do I propagate it?

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