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  • Echinodorus argentinensis
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    Echinodorus argentinensis Mother Plant XXXL 80cm high

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    Echinodorus argentinensis is a species of aquatic plant in the Alismataceae family, native to South America (Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay). It is a robust, semi-aquatic or aquatic plant often used in ponds and large aquariums due to its impressive size and attractive foliage.

    Description:

    • Leaves: Broad, lanceolate to oval, with prominent veining. Mature leaves can grow up to 12-18 inches (30-45 cm) long.

    • Color: Bright to dark green, sometimes with a slightly wavy edge.

    • Growth Form: Rosette-forming, with long petioles (leaf stems) emerging from a central root crown.

    • Size: Can reach up to 20-24 inches (50-60 cm) in height when fully grown.

    • Flowers: Produces tall inflorescences with small white flowers when grown emersed (above water).

    • Root System: Strong, fibrous roots that anchor well in substrate.

    Care Tips:

    1. Lighting:

      • Moderate to high light is ideal for healthy growth.

      • Can tolerate lower light but may grow more slowly and produce smaller leaves.

    2. Water Parameters:

      • Temperature: 68-82°F (20-28°C).

      • pH: 6.5-7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral preferred).

      • Hardness: Soft to moderately hard water (2-15 dGH).

    3. Substrate:

      • Nutrient-rich substrate (such as aquarium soil or clay-based gravel) promotes vigorous growth.

      • Root tabs or liquid fertilizers help if the substrate is inert.

    4. CO2 & Fertilization:

      • Benefits from CO2 supplementation but can grow well without it.

      • Regular fertilization (iron-rich fertilizers) prevents yellowing leaves.

    5. Pruning & Maintenance:

      • Remove old, decaying leaves to encourage new growth.

      • Large specimens may need thinning if they overshadow other plants.

    6. Propagation:

      • Produces adventitious plantlets on flower stalks when grown emersed.

      • Can also be divided by splitting the root crown.

    Special Considerations:

    • Best suited for larger aquariums or ponds due to its size.

    • Can be grown emersed in paludariums or bog setups, where it may flower.

    • Relatively undemanding but appreciates stable water conditions.

    Would you like recommendations for tankmates or compatible plants?

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