Echinodorus grisebachii 'Tropica', also known as Echinodorus parviflorus 'Tropica', is a distinctive, compact sword plant that originated from the Tropica nursery in Denmark during the 1980s. This plant is well-suited for foreground or midground placement in freshwater aquariums due to its small size and slow growth rate. It forms a spreading rosette of medium to dark green, slightly bullate leaves that are narrow and obovate, resembling Samolus valerandi.
| Difficulty Level | Easy |
|---|---|
| Lighting | Low to medium |
| CO₂ Requirement | Low |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Placement | Foreground to midground |
| Propagation | By adventitious plantlets on the flower stalk |
Propagation of Echinodorus grisebachii 'Tropica' is achieved through adventitious plantlets that develop on the flower stalk. Once these plantlets have formed sufficient roots, they can be separated and replanted into the substrate.
This plant is available as part of Tropica's 1-2-Grow! tissue culture line, ensuring it is free from snails, algae, and pesticides. Tissue culture plants are delivered directly from the laboratory and are safe for sensitive shrimp and fish.
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