Echinodorus cordifolius hybrid
Echinodorus cordifolius hybrid
Echinodorus cordifolius hybrid is a cultivated hybrid of the North American cordifolius lineage producing broad, upright leaves with the bold, structural character characteristic of the cordifolius species group. The wide, substantial leaves create strong background presence in larger aquariums, and the hybrid vigor typical of cultivated Echinodorus crosses produces healthy, reliably growing plants.
Care tip: Echinodorus cordifolius hybrid is a root feeder that benefits greatly from a nutrient-rich substrate or regular root tabs. Maintain temperatures of 72–82°F and pH 6.5–7.5. CO₂ is optional for this variety.
Growing to 12 to 20 inches, this is a large background plant for medium and larger aquariums. The broad, upright growth creates a naturally structured, visually substantial background rosette. Root tabs or a nutrient-rich substrate support the best growth — consistent root zone nutrition produces the largest, healthiest leaves and the most impressive background presence.
This moderate plant grows under moderate lighting with CO₂ optional. Temperatures between 72 and 82°F and a pH of 6.5 to 7.5 provide comfortable conditions. Regular root feeding is the most effective care investment. The hybrid origin ensures reliable, consistent performance across a range of aquarium conditions.
In the aquascape, Echinodorus cordifolius hybrid provides bold, broad-leaved background structure with the structural character of the cordifolius group in a reliable cultivated form. In larger aquariums it creates a substantial, impressive background rosette well suited to community tanks and planted aquariums where dependable large background structure is needed.
Echinodorus cordifolius hybrid is a reliable and naturally beautiful cultivated background sword for aquarists who want the bold cordifolius leaf character in a dependably grown hybrid form. Its broad leaves and easy care make it a practical and rewarding background plant for medium and larger aquariums.
Care & Specifications
| Difficulty | Moderate |
| Placement | Background |
| Max Height | 12–20 inches |
| Light Level | Moderate |
| Temperature | 72–82°F |
| pH | 6.5–7.5 |
| CO2 Needs | Optional |
| Origin | North America (Cultivar) |
| Notes | A hybrid of Echinodorus cordifolius producing broad, upright leaves with the bold structure characteristic of the cordifolius lineage. The wide, substantial leaves create strong background presence in larger aquariums. A practical, easy-growing hybrid well suited to community tanks where reliable, impressive background structure is needed. |
