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Datasheet
| Aquarium Compatible | yes |
| Plant Outdoor | unknown |
| Plant Emersed Growth | yes |
| Temperature Tolerance | 15°C / 59.00°F - 30°C / 86.00°F |
| Temperature | 20°C / 68.00°F - 28°C / 82.40°F |
| Carbonate Hardness | 0-21 kh |
| pH Value | 5-7 ph |
| Light | medium-high |
| Carbon Dioxide (CO2) | 10-40mg/lmg/l |
| Nitrate (NO3-) | 10-50mg/lmg/l |
| Phosphate (PO43-) | 0.1-3mg/lmg/l |
| Potassium (K+) | 5-30mg/lmg/l |
| Iron (Fe) | 0.01-0.5mg/lmg/l |
General Description
Echinodorus 'Reni' is a cultivated plant developed by Tomas Kaliebe through a crossbreeding process involving E. 'Grosser Baer' and E. 'Ozelot.' Introduced to the market in 2003, this aquatic plant displays dark red leaves with lighter veins when grown submerged. Initially modest in size, it eventually grows larger with leaves reaching up to 25 cm in length and 8 cm in width, supported by 10 cm long leaf stalks.
Aquarium Suitability
Echinodorus 'Reni' is deemed suitable for aquariums, offering an easy level of care. It is a versatile plant that can serve in various roles such as background, midground, foreground, and can be used in groups. Specific water conditions are recommended for optimal growth, as detailed in the provided table.
Demands and Hardiness
Requiring abundant light and nutrients, E. 'Reni' thrives best in an aquarium environment with medium to high lighting. The plant's winter hardiness is unknown, and its temperature tolerance range is between 15-30°C.
Aquascaping & Usage
Echinodorus 'Reni' is an aesthetically pleasing plant that adds vibrant colors as accents in aquascaping. With its compact size in the foreground initially, it eventually transitions to a larger, eye-catching presence, enhancing the overall visual appeal of the aquarium.
Propagation
Propagation of E. 'Reni' can be achieved through proliferating inflorescences and rhizome division, offering aquarists options for expanding their plant population within the tank.
Habitat and Distribution
The specific habitat and distribution information of Echinodorus 'Reni' in the wild remains unknown. This cultivated aquatic plant is primarily found in aquariums and aquascaping setups, contributing to the beauty and diversity of underwater environments.