Chain Sword Broad Leaf (Echinodorus Quadricostatus)

Echinodorus Quadricostatus, commonly known as Chain Sword Broad Leaf or Dwarf Swordplant, originates from Brazil.  This short plant is ideal for use in the foreground.  Provided with good conditions, lighting, and rich substrate or proper fertilization, Chain Sword will grow quickly spreading across the substrate through runners.

Care & Maintenance

The plant will adapt and grow differently depending on the intensity of lighting. While not required, this plant will appreciate fertilization and, if you notice yellowing leaves, add iron fertilizer such as this Liquid Iron Plant Fertilizer by Microbe-Lift. Chain Sword propagates from runners and, unlike its other cousins from the Echinodorus or Sword family of plants, remains small and compact. Under ideal conditions, it will propagate fast and cover the foreground of the aquarium, giving it a lawn-like effect.

• Minimum Lighting Required: Moderate
• Temperature Range: 68-84° F
• Tank Placement: Foreground

Plants at Modern Aquarium

At Modern Aquarium, we strive to bring you healthy, beautiful specimens in every order. While the photos on our website are just examples of what you will receive, we do examine each plant in person before shipping it to you. If you have any questions about what to expect from your order, how to plant your new specimen, or the best starter plants for your tank, reach out to us any time!