Echinodorus Ascherianus – Stunning Freshwater Aquarium Plant

Elevate your aquascape with the bold and beautiful Echinodorus Ascherianus. Featuring broad, sword-like leaves and a dense growth pattern, this plant creates a lush underwater landscape. Hardy and adaptable, its an excellent choice for beginners and seasoned aquarists alike.

Echinodorus Ascherianus Quick Facts

Why Choose Echinodorus Ascherianus?

• Broad and lush growth Creates a natural and full aquascape background.
• Great for oxygenation Helps absorb excess nutrients and improve water quality.
• Provides cover Perfect for fish and shrimp that enjoy hiding spots.
• Resilient and adaptable Thrives in different freshwater setups.

How to Care for Echinodorus Ascherianus

Care Tips

• Lighting: Prefers moderate to high lighting to ensure strong and healthy growth.
• Placement: Best used as a background plant due to its large, dense leaves.
• Substrate: Performs best in nutrient-rich substrate; adding root tabs will boost growth.
• Fertilizer: Regular root feeding and occasional liquid fertilizer help maintain vibrant foliage.
• Maintenance: Trim older leaves near the base to encourage new, healthy growth.

Propagation Steps

1. Wait for Runners: Mature plants produce side shoots or runners.
2. Separate the Baby Plants: Once plantlets have roots, carefully remove them from the parent plant.
3. Replant: Place new plantlets into the substrate, allowing them to establish and grow.