Chain Sword
From Microcosm Aquarium Explorer
Echinodorus quadricostatus - (Fassett, 1955)
Florida Aquatic Nursery
Family: Alismataceae
Other common name(s):
- Dwarf Swordplant
Native range:
Maximum height: 5-6 cm
Lighting: Bright light.
Placement: Foreground, midground
Water: Freshwater 22 °C (295 K, 72 °F) - 28 °C (301 K, 82 °F)
[edit] Overview
The Chain Swordplant always puts its best foot forward in your foreground or midground planting. With bright light and a sandy gravel substrate to give the roots a foothold, it will quickly form a light green carpet in your tank.
[edit] Feeding
This little gem can get anemic. If the leaves turn yellow, add iron. CO2 fertilization will create a thick, carpet in short order.
[edit] Aquarium Compatibility
This plant loves everybody except "Geophagus,'
Reference: 101 Best Aquarium Plants
Facts about Chain SwordRDF feed
| Common name | Chain Sword +, and Dwarf Swordplant + |
| Family | Alismataceae + |
| Genus | Echinodorus + |
| Lighting | Bright light. + |
| Maximum height | 5 -6 cm + |
| Native range | South America +, and Central America + |
| Placement | Foreground, midground + |
| Reference | 101 Best Aquarium Plants + |
| Specific name | quadricostatus + |
| Text credit | MES + |
| Water max temp | 301 K (28 °C, 82 °F) + |
| Water min temp | 295 K (22 °C, 72 °F) + |
| Water type | Freshwater + |