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Fine grass-like leaves on a compact foreground Echinodorus tenellus plant
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Common name: Pygmy Chain Sword
Origin: North America
Position in Aquarium: Foreground
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Growth rate: Fast
Echinodorus tenellus is one of the smallest members of the Echinodorus genus, producing a dense mass of fine, grass-like leaves that spread slowly to form a natural-looking low carpet. Unlike the larger sword plants, tenellus stays compact — typically under 10 cm — making it one of the few Echinodorus species suited to foreground planting.
It is an undemanding plant, growing under medium light without CO2 supplementation. Propagation is straightforward: the plant spreads by sending out horizontal runners that develop into new rosettes, gradually filling in the foreground area over time. A nutritious substrate supports this spreading habit and keeps the fine leaves a healthy bright green.
Supplied as an established potted plant, Echinodorus tenellus suits aquariums from 40 litres upward. It works well as a low-growing foreground plant in both smaller set-ups and larger layouts where a delicate, grass-textured foreground is desired without the need for CO2 injection.
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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It typically stays under 10 cm in height, making it one of the very few Echinodorus species suited to foreground planting.
No. It spreads via runners without CO2, though the process is slower than with CO2 injection. In a low-tech tank it will spread steadily under medium light.
It sends out horizontal runners along the substrate, each producing a new small rosette. Over several weeks these fill in to create a grass-like carpet.
A fine, nutrient-rich substrate such as an aqua soil or plant substrate is ideal. It can also grow in coarse gravel if root tabs are added for nutrition.
Yes. Its small size makes it an excellent choice for nano tanks from 40 litres upward, where it provides a natural grassy foreground.
