Echinodorus aschersonianus var. 'Rose'
| Common Names: | Rose sword Indian red sword |
| Distribution: | South American cultivar |
| Description: | Cultivated from Echinodorus ascersonianus and Echinodorus uraguayensis, this is a broad-leaf that has pinkish leaves when new, that turn reddish-brown in spots, before becoming bright green when mature. |
| Potential Height: | 40cm (15.7") |
| Growth Rate: | Medium |
| Care: | This otherwise undemanding plant enjoys a high-nutrient substrate for good plant growth. |
| Difficulty: | Easy |
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| Lighting: | Medium to high. |
| Propagation: | Sends out runners, and may even flower. |
| Comments: | Medium growth speed. Good background or mid-ground plant. (Please note: Hardness ranges up to 15, but the field won't allow double digit numbers.) |
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| Submitted By: | Twilight |
| Contributors: | Twilight |
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