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Echinodorus parviflorus
Dense dark-green rosette on a compact and tidy Echinodorus parviflorus
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Common name: Rosette Sword
Origin: South America
Position in Aquarium: Background
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Growth rate: Fast
Description
Echinodorus parviflorus is a compact, dark-leaved sword plant producing a dense rosette of rounded to oval leaves in deep green. It remains relatively small for an Echinodorus, typically reaching 15–25 cm, and its tidy, structured form makes it one of the more versatile sword plants for midground planting.
This species is undemanding in care, growing well under medium light without CO2 injection. It is a reliable root feeder, benefiting from a nutritious substrate or root tabs placed near the base to sustain steady, healthy growth over time.
Supplied as an established potted plant, Echinodorus parviflorus suits aquariums from 80 litres upward. Its compact habit and dark, lush foliage make it useful as a structured midground anchor, particularly in layouts where a lower-growing Echinodorus is needed without sacrificing visual weight.
Plant Sizes
You’ll receive a healthy, rooted plant in a pot, similar to those shown. Each one is hand-checked before dispatch.
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How large does Echinodorus parviflorus grow?
It typically reaches 15–25 cm in height, making it one of the more compact Echinodorus species and suitable for the midground of smaller to medium-sized aquariums.
Does it need CO2?
No. It grows reliably without added CO2, though it benefits from a nutritious substrate or root tabs.
Is the Tropica variety the same?
Echinodorus parviflorus Tropica is the most common cultivar and stays particularly compact, often not exceeding 15 cm. If you require a specific cultivar, please check the product listing.
Can it be used in the foreground?
In larger aquariums it tends to grow too tall for a foreground position, but in nano or smaller tanks it can serve as a midground-to-background plant depending on layout scale.
Does it send out runners?
Yes. It produces side shoots that can be separated and replanted once they have developed a few leaves and some root growth.
