Echinodorus cordifolius

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Radican Sword Plant

Alismataceae

The Americas

Medium

6 - 8                       

Easy

Rosette

Fast

Yes

Mid - Background

Bare Root, Potted

Description:

Echinodorus cordifolius is a good choice as an aquarium plant because the Radican Sword (as it is more commonly known) can handle many different conditions.  Lighting intensities for Echinodorus cordifolius can vary from low to high.  Plant Radican swords in the background areas of your aquarium as they can reach a large size.  The highlight of Echinodorus cordifolius are the large bright green leaves it produces.  Radican sword plants are great in aquariums for beginners.

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