Echinodorus Osiris Rubra – Melon Sword Aquarium Plant

Echinodorus Osiris Rubra, commonly known as the Melon Sword, is a beautiful and beginner-friendly aquatic plant from the Echinodorus family. It is an excellent choice for planted aquariums where a large, attractive background plant is needed.

The Melon Sword develops large, rounded leaves with attractive vein patterns, creating a natural and impressive appearance in a planted tank. As it grows larger than many other aquarium plants, Echinodorus Osiris Rubra is best suited for the background or mid-background area of medium to large aquariums.

Easy-Care Aquarium Plant

Echinodorus Osiris Rubra is a beginner-friendly aquarium plant that can adapt to a wide range of aquarium conditions and water parameters. It can be grown fully submerged underwater or in emersed conditions, making it suitable for planted aquariums, Wabi Kusa setups, paludariums, and other emergent growing methods.

Substrate & Fertilization

The Melon Sword is a heavy root feeder, so providing a nutrient-rich substrate will help support healthy root development and strong growth. For established plants, adding aquarium root tabs or nutritional capsules around the root zone can provide additional nutrients when the substrate becomes depleted.

Propagation

Propagation of Echinodorus Osiris Rubra is relatively simple. Healthy plants can produce plantlets that can be gently separated and replanted into a suitable nutrient-rich substrate. With proper care, these young plants can develop into attractive specimens for your planted aquarium.

Specifications

• Common Name: Melon Sword
• Scientific Name: Echinodorus Osiris Rubra
• Family: Alismataceae
• Origin: South America
• Plant Type: Root-feeding aquatic plant
• Growth: Medium to large
• Recommended Position: Background / Mid-background
• Height: Approximately 4–12 inches
• pH: 6.5–7.5
• Temperature: 15–26°C
• Growth Form: Submerged and emersed
• Difficulty: Beginner-friendly

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