Broadleaf Chain Sword [Echinodorus Quadricostatus]

Product Overview:

The Broadleaf Chain Sword (Echinodorus Quadricostatus) is an easy-to-care-for aquatic plant, perfect for both beginners and experienced aquarium owners. Its broad, grass-like leaves enhance the greenery in your tank without taking up too much space. As it grows, this plant produces runners that spread and create new plants, which can be removed or potted to grow in a separate environment. Ideal for moderate lighting, this plant thrives as a background addition in average-sized aquariums or as a mid-ground plant in larger setups.

Product Features:

• Easy to Care For: Suitable for beginners and experienced aquarium enthusiasts alike.

• Fast Growth: A fast-growing plant that will quickly enhance your tank’s natural beauty.

• Moderate Light: Requires medium light to flourish.

• Space Efficient: Broad leaves provide greenery without overcrowding your aquarium.

• Propagation by Runners: Grows new plants through runners, making it easy to propagate.

• Versatile Placement: Works well in the background or mid-ground of your tank.

Product Specifications:

• Size: 6+ inches

• Care Level: Easy

• CO2 Requirements: Not required

• Growth Rate: Fast

• Placement: Background or mid-ground

• Lighting: Medium

• Color: Green

• Max Size: 6+ inches

• Propagation: Runners

Additional Notes:

Please note that the images shown online are for reference purposes and the actual plant you receive may vary slightly in size. The Broadleaf Chain Sword is selected for its quality and vigor, ensuring a healthy and vibrant addition to your aquarium.

Related FAQs

1. What is the care level of the Broadleaf Chain Sword?

The Broadleaf Chain Sword is considered easy to care for, making it suitable for both beginner and experienced aquarium owners.

2. Does the Broadleaf Chain Sword require CO2 supplementation?

No, the Broadleaf Chain Sword does not require CO2 supplementation to thrive. It grows well in low to medium light aquariums.

3. How quickly does the Broadleaf Chain Sword grow?

The Broadleaf Chain Sword has a fast growth rate and will quickly fill your aquarium with lush greenery. It also propagates through runners, producing new plants over time.

4. Where should I place the Broadleaf Chain Sword in my aquarium?

The Broadleaf Chain Sword is best placed in the background or mid-ground of your aquarium, depending on the tank’s size and layout.

5. What lighting does the Broadleaf Chain Sword need?

This plant requires medium lighting to thrive, making it suitable for most standard freshwater aquariums.

6. How do I propagate the Broadleaf Chain Sword?

The Broadleaf Chain Sword propagates by sending out runners. You can separate the new plants from the runners and replant them in your aquarium or pot them separately.

7. What size should I expect for the Broadleaf Chain Sword?

The plant typically grows to a size of 6+ inches, although it may vary slightly depending on the conditions in your aquarium.

8. Can the Broadleaf Chain Sword be used in a small tank?

Yes, while it works well in medium to large aquariums, it can also thrive in smaller setups. Just make sure it has enough space to spread its leaves.

9. Are the images on the website an exact representation of the plant?

The images provided on our website are for reference purposes. While we strive to select only the best specimens, the plant you receive may differ slightly in size.