Red Flame Sword
Echinodorus sp. 'Red Flame'
Plantae›Tracheophyta›Magnoliopsida›Alismatales›Alismataceae
📍 Captive-bred (hybrid)
Hybrid sword plant with brilliant red new leaves that mature to deep green. Compact grower that doesn't get too large. Eye-catching centrepiece.
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Growing in 3 tanksCommunity tanks featuring Red Flame Sword.
Compatible Livestock
Peaceful algae-eaters that won't damage plant leaves or uproot the sword
Small, gentle fish that provide movement without disturbing rooted plants
Excellent algae control and won't damage or uproot established sword plants
Complementary foreground plant that creates layered aquascaping with the Red Flame Sword
Compatible background plant with similar care requirements and non-invasive growth habit
Peaceful bottom-dweller that won't uproot or damage the sword plant
Common Diseases
Nutrient Deficiency
Yellowing leaves, stunted growth, pale new growth instead of vibrant red coloration
Increase fertilizer dosing with all-in-one liquid fertilizer or add root tabs; ensure adequate lighting for photosynthesis
Algae Overgrowth on Leaves
Green or brown algae coating leaf surfaces, reduced light penetration to plant tissue
Introduce algae-eating fish like Otocinclus or Amano Shrimp; reduce lighting duration to 8-10 hours daily; perform regular water changes
Leaf Melting
Leaves becoming translucent, mushy, or dissolving; typically affects older leaves first
Improve water quality with frequent water changes; ensure adequate CO2 and nutrients; remove affected leaves; check for poor water parameters
Root Rot
Blackened or mushy roots, plant pulling away from substrate, slow or no growth
Improve substrate drainage; reduce organic debris accumulation; use root tabs with beneficial bacteria; consider replanting in fresh substrate if severe
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Quick Facts
- co2
- optional
- lighting
- medium
- placement
- midground/centrepiece
- difficulty
- easy
- growthRate
- moderate
Water it likes
- ph
- 6.5–7.5
- hardness
- 2–15 dGH
- temperature
- 72–82°F (22–28°C)
Legality
No state or federal restrictions on record for this species.
Not legal advice, and possibly incomplete or out of date. Rules vary by state and locality and change over time — always confirm the current regulations with your state wildlife or agriculture agency before buying, keeping, or shipping this species.