Technical Sheet - Echinodorus tenellus / Helanthium tenellum

High Lighting: Requires high lighting for compact growth and carpet formation.
CO2 Supplementation: Can benefit from CO2 supplementation for faster and healthier growth.
Regular Trimming: Regular trimming helps maintain the carpet effect and prevents overgrowth.

Name: Echinodorus tenellus / Helanthium tenellum
Price: 6.5 EUR
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Scientific Name	Echinodorus tenellus / Helanthium tenellum
Common Names	Pygmy Chain Sword
Family	Alismataceae
Origin	North America, South America
Description	Echinodorus tenellus, also known as Helanthium tenellum, is a popular aquatic plant used in planted aquariums due to its low and dense growth, resembling grass. This plant forms a compact carpet and is ideal for the foreground of aquariums. It requires moderate to high lighting and a nutrient-rich substrate for optimal growth.
Height	3-10 cm
Propagation	Runners
Lighting Requirements	Moderate to high
Temperature	18-28 °C
pH	6.0-8.0
Water Hardness	Soft to moderately hard
Growth Rate	Medium
Use	Foreground in planted aquariums
Special Care Requirements	The special care requirements for Echinodorus tenellus / Helanthium tenellum include: High Lighting: Requires high lighting for compact growth and carpet formation. CO2 Supplementation: Can benefit from CO2 supplementation for faster and healthier growth. Regular Trimming: Regular trimming helps maintain the carpet effect and prevents overgrowth.