🌿 Echinodorus Scaber - Robust Freshwater Aquarium Plant
Enhance your aquascape with the rugged and striking Echinodorus Scaber. With its textured, elongated leaves and durable nature, this plant adds depth and character to any freshwater aquarium. Easy to maintain and beginner-friendly, it’s an excellent choice for all levels of aquarists.
Echinodorus Scaber Quick Facts
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| 🌍 Origin | South America |
| 📏 Size | 10 - 20 inches |
| 💡 Lighting | Moderate to high |
| 🌡️ Temperature | 72°F - 82°F (22°C - 28°C) |
| 💧 pH Range | 6.5 - 7.5 |
| 🎨 Color | Deep green, rugged-textured leaves |
| 🪴 Position in Tank | Midground to Background |
| 🌟 Difficulty | Beginner-friendly (easy to moderate) |
| 🐟 Compatibility | Betta fish, Neocaridina/Caridina shrimp, snails, community fish |
Why Choose Echinodorus Scaber?
- ✔️ Textured, rugged leaves – Adds a unique look to any aquarium.
- ✔️ Hardy and resilient – Thrives in a range of water conditions.
- ✔️ Provides natural shelter – Ideal for fish and shrimp seeking hiding spots.
- ✔️ Improves water quality – Absorbs excess nutrients, reducing algae growth.
How to Care for Echinodorus Scaber
Care Tips
- Lighting: Prefers moderate to high lighting for best growth.
- Placement: Works best as a midground or background plant due to its sturdy leaves.
- Substrate: Requires nutrient-rich substrate; root tabs help boost growth.
- Fertilizer: Regular root fertilization and occasional liquid fertilizer enhance plant health.
- Maintenance: Trim older or damaged leaves at the base to encourage fresh growth.
Propagation Steps
- Wait for Runners: The plant naturally produces side shoots or runners.
- Separate the Baby Plants: Once plantlets develop roots, carefully detach them from the parent plant.
- Replant: Place the new plantlets into the substrate and allow them to establish.
