Echinodorus Scaber
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Common Name: Scaber Sword Plant
Scientific Name: (Echinodorus scaber)
Echinodorus Scaber is a robust sword plant native to South America, known for its elongated, textured leaves that add a natural, wild aesthetic to aquascapes. This hardy plant thrives in submerged conditions and is an excellent choice for filling in the background of larger tanks. Its adaptability makes it suitable for a variety of setups, including aquariums and paludariums.
- Quick Guide
- Essentials
- Features
- Care
Quick Guide
- Growth Environment: Submerged, Emersed, Aquarium, Paludarium
- Care Level: Medium
- Light Requirements: Moderate Light, High Light
- CO2 Requirements: CO2 Optional
- Placement: Background
- Growth Characteristics: Moderate-Growing, Spreading
- Water Parameters: Soft Water, Neutral pH
- Special Features: Colorful Foliage, Flowering
- Country of Origin: South America
Essentials
- Light: Moderate to high; brighter light encourages more vibrant growth.
- Water: Prefers soft to moderately hard water with a pH of 6.5–7.5. Best grown submerged but can tolerate emersed conditions.
- Temperature: 72–82°F (22–28°C).
- Soil: Nutrient-rich substrate is ideal for optimal growth and root development.
- Placement: Best used as a background plant in larger tanks due to its height and spread.
Features
- Size: Grows 12–20 inches tall, making it a statement plant in the background of aquascapes.
- Rate: Moderate-growing; can grow faster with CO2 supplementation and nutrient-rich soil.
- Foliage: Long, narrow, textured leaves that range from green to reddish-brown under strong lighting.
- Flowering: May produce small, white flowers in emersed conditions.
Care
- Fertilizer: Requires nutrient-rich substrate and regular root tabs for sustained growth. Liquid fertilizers with iron and micronutrients help maintain vibrant leaf coloration. CO2 supplementation can improve growth and color but is optional.
- Pruning/Propagation: Remove older or damaged leaves to encourage new growth. Propagate by separating plantlets or runners from the main plant.
- Special Tips: Provide adequate space as this plant can grow quite large. Strong lighting and stable water parameters enhance its reddish tones and overall health.
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