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Description

Echinodorus Red Flame is a stunning aquatic plant renowned for its broad, lance-shaped leaves that showcase vibrant red and green hues. This striking coloration adds dramatic contrast and depth to any freshwater aquarium. Ideal for midground to background placement, Red Flame thrives in nutrient-rich substrates and benefits greatly from moderate lighting and CO₂ supplementation, making it a favourite among aquascaping enthusiasts seeking bold colour and texture.

Features

  • Broad leaves with vivid red and green coloration

  • Adds striking colour contrast to aquascapes

  • Ideal for midground to background planting

  • Enhances tank aesthetics with bold texture

  • Thrives in nutrient-rich substrates

Scientific Name
Echinodorus ‘Red Flame’

Difficulty
Moderate. Requires stable conditions, CO₂, and regular fertilisation for optimal growth and colour.

Water Conditions
Temperature: 22 – 28°C
pH: 6.5 – 7.5
Water Hardness: 50 – 150ppm

Placement
Best positioned in midground or background areas to showcase its vibrant colours.

Growth Rate
Moderate. Responds well to trimming and proper care.

Lighting
Moderate to high lighting needed to maintain intense red hues and healthy growth.

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