Echinodorus ‘Frans Stoffels’

Echinodorus ‘Frans Stoffels’ is a striking sword plant known for its elongated leaves and deep red to burgundy coloration under strong lighting. This cultivar offers a bold, upright growth habit that makes it an excellent centerpiece or background focal in planted aquariums.

Compared to more compact Echinodorus varieties, ‘Frans Stoffels’ develops taller leaves and a more dramatic presence, making it especially well suited for medium to large aquariums. When provided with stable nutrients and lighting, the plant produces vibrant new growth and maintains strong coloration.

Care & Placement

• Best used as a background or centerpiece plant
• Prefers moderate to high lighting to maintain red coloration
• Rooted plant — benefits from nutrient-rich substrate and regular root tab supplementation
• CO₂ optional but supports faster growth and richer colour

Why Choose Echinodorus ‘Frans Stoffels’

• Rich red to burgundy leaf coloration
• Strong vertical growth creates visual impact
• Well suited for larger aquariums
• Classic sword plant with a bold, modern look

Plant Details

Acclimation Note: Some older leaves may shed as the plant adjusts to a new aquarium environment. This is normal. Healthy roots and fresh new leaves are the best indicators of successful establishment.

Available in Canada at Aquascaperoom — curated sword plants selected for strong structure and colour-driven Aquascaping.