🌿 Echinodorus Ascherianus - Stunning Freshwater Aquarium Plant
Elevate your aquascape with the bold and beautiful Echinodorus Ascherianus. Featuring broad, sword-like leaves and a dense growth pattern, this plant creates a lush underwater landscape. Hardy and adaptable, it’s an excellent choice for beginners and seasoned aquarists alike.
Echinodorus Ascherianus Quick Facts
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| 🌍 Origin | South America |
| 📏 Size | 10 - 20 inches |
| 💡 Lighting | Moderate to high |
| 🌡️ Temperature | 72°F - 82°F (22°C - 28°C) |
| 💧 pH Range | 6.5 - 7.5 |
| 🎨 Color | Bright green, broad leaves |
| 🪴 Position in Tank | Background |
| 🌟 Difficulty | Beginner-friendly (easy to moderate) |
| 🐟 Compatibility | Betta fish, Neocaridina/Caridina shrimp, snails, community fish |
Why Choose Echinodorus Ascherianus?
- ✔️ Broad and lush growth – Creates a natural and full aquascape background.
- ✔️ Great for oxygenation – Helps absorb excess nutrients and improve water quality.
- ✔️ Provides cover – Perfect for fish and shrimp that enjoy hiding spots.
- ✔️ Resilient and adaptable – Thrives in different freshwater setups.
How to Care for Echinodorus Ascherianus
Care Tips
- Lighting: Prefers moderate to high lighting to ensure strong and healthy growth.
- Placement: Best used as a background plant due to its large, dense leaves.
- Substrate: Performs best in nutrient-rich substrate; adding root tabs will boost growth.
- Fertilizer: Regular root feeding and occasional liquid fertilizer help maintain vibrant foliage.
- Maintenance: Trim older leaves near the base to encourage new, healthy growth.
Propagation Steps
- Wait for Runners: Mature plants produce side shoots or runners.
- Separate the Baby Plants: Once plantlets have roots, carefully remove them from the parent plant.
- Replant: Place new plantlets into the substrate, allowing them to establish and grow.