Description
Echinodorus decumbens is a very narrow-leaved wild type from Brazil. It was discovered by Christel Kasselmann at the Surubim river in eastern Brazil and also scientifically described by her. Until now this sword plant is only known from the original location. Since the 1990s it has been widely spread in cultivation, however it is not very familiar to the hobbyists and not often available in recent times. This close relative of Echinodorus subalatus and E. palifolius develops in its submerged form very narrow, almost linear, freshly green, slightly transparent leaves and gets about 50 cm tall. It is named after the decumbent growth of its long inflorescences.
Characteristic
Narrow-leaved solitary plant
Natural appearance
Warmth tolerant, suitable for Discus tanks
Category
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