Echinodorus quadricostatus (Easiest Carpet Plant)
Echinodorus quadricostatus
— also known as the Cuban Broad Leaf Chain Sword — is a fast-growing, foreground aquatic plant prized for its lush, carpet-forming appearance and ease of care. Here’s a detailed breakdown perfect for your aquascaping or product listing needs:
🌱 Botanical Profile
- Scientific Name: Echinodorus quadricostatus (often traded under Helanthium bolivianum ‘Quadricostatus’)
- Family: Alismataceae
- Common Name: Cuban Broad Leaf Chain Sword
- Origin: South America (notably Brazil and surrounding regions)
🌿 Appearance & Growth
- Leaf Color: Light to medium green
- Leaf Shape: Broad, lanceolate leaves with subtle ribbing
- Size: Typically 10–15 cm tall; spreads 15–20 cm wide
- Growth Habit: Forms dense rosettes and spreads via runners
- Growth Rate: Fast, especially under bright lighting
💧 Tank Requirements
| Parameter | Ideal Range |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 22–28 °C (72–82 °F) |
| pH | 6.5–7.4 |
| Hardness | 4–12 °dGH |
| Lighting | Moderate to high |
| Substrate | Nutrient-rich or gravel with root tabs |
🌾 Propagation
- Method: Produces runners with daughter plants
- Tip: Let runners establish before separating and replanting for best results
🌟 Aquascaping Use
- Placement: Foreground or midground in nano tanks
- Effect: Creates a vibrant, grassy carpet that contrasts beautifully with darker or red plants
- Compatibility: Ideal for community tanks and beginner-friendly setups
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