Horemanii Red Sword Live Aquatic Plant
Like most Swords, this plant is relatively easy to grow. Like most Sword plants, this plant is a heavy root feeder. Providing root tabs such as Sera Florenette or Seachem Tabs will help this plant thrive.
Echinodorus barthii is a popular red cultivar of the Amazon Sword plant. They are a great no-fuss red leaved plant well suited for mid ground positioning. This variety has burgundy red leaves, lime green stems, and pronounced veins. Maintenance is minimal with occasional pruning.
This plant can be grown submerged or emersed, and new leaves can sometimes grow above the water line.
To propagate, cut older leafless parts of the rhizome into pieces that will develop new leaf rosettes.
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Aquatic / Emersed |
| Leaf Color | Burgundy red |
| Stem Color | Lime green |
| Growth Position | Mid ground |
| Root Feeding | Heavy root feeder |
FAQ
Can this plant grow both underwater and above water?
Yes, Echinodorus Horemanii Red can be grown submerged or emersed, and new leaves may grow above the water line.
What is the best way to propagate this plant?
Cut older leafless parts of the rhizome into pieces that will develop new leaf rosettes.
Do I need to use root tabs for this plant?
Yes, as this plant is a heavy root feeder, using root tabs such as Sera Florenette or Seachem Tabs will help it thrive.
Nicholas Skinner –
The red leaves are vibrant and stand out well in my aquarium. Easy to maintain with just occasional pruning. Grew well even in partial submersion. I used Seachem Tabs and noticed better root development.
Ian Young –
Great plant for adding color to the midground. The burgundy leaves are striking. It adapted well to my tank setup and didn’t require much attention after setup.
Kylie Blake –
I propagated it successfully by cutting the rhizome. New rosettes formed within a few weeks. The plant looks healthy and the color is rich and consistent.
Bella Springer –
It grows well in both submerged and emersed conditions. The lime green stems contrast nicely with the red leaves. I like how it doesn’t need frequent care.