Echinodorus 'Reni'

Echinodorus 'Reni' - A Stunning Red Sword Plant for Vibrant Aquascapes

Echinodorus 'Reni' is a compact and colourful sword plant prized for its deep reddish to bronze-toned leaves and bushy growth habit. It’s one of the most vibrant varieties of Echinodorus, making it an excellent choice for adding colour contrast in planted aquariums.

Suitable for background or midground placement, ‘Reni’ forms a beautiful rosette with broad, slightly ruffled leaves. Unlike some larger sword plants, this variety stays relatively small, making it ideal for medium-sized aquariums or as a focal point in nano tanks.

It thrives in low to medium light, and while CO₂ is not required, good substrate and nutrient dosing will enhance leaf colour and growth. New leaves often emerge bright red and gradually darken to deep maroon or olive green.

Easy to maintain, Echinodorus 'Reni' is perfect for beginner aquascapers or anyone looking to introduce warm tones to their scape.

For aquascapers looking to add bold color and texture to their aquarium, Echinodorus 'Reni' is an excellent choice. Its vibrant hues, adaptability, and easy maintenance make it a top-tier plant for creating a lush and visually stunning aquascape.

Is Echinodorus 'Reni' suitable for low-tech tanks?
Yes, it grows well without CO₂ and adapts easily to low to medium lighting.

How big does Echinodorus 'Reni' get?
It reaches around 15-20 cm in height, making it smaller than most sword plants.

How do I get the deepest red colouration?
Use rich substrate, moderate lighting, and consider iron fertilisation for enhanced pigmentation.

Will it grow in gravel?
Yes, but it thrives best in a nutrient-rich substrate or with root tabs.