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| Aquarium Compatible | yes |
| Plant Outdoor | unknown |
| Plant Emersed Growth | yes |
| Plant Growth | fast |
| 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:
The Echinodorus variety 'Tanzende Feuerfeder' is a striking aquatic plant known for its large size, growing up to 70 cm high. Bred by Tomas Kaliebe and introduced in 2002, this plant features longish-elliptical submersed leaves that can reach up to 30 cm in length and 7 cm in width. With its olive-green to wine-red coloration, flamed pattern, and irregular red spots, it remains visually appealing under moderate light conditions.
Aquarium Suitability:
This Echinodorus variety is well-suited for aquariums, particularly as a solitary plant due to its considerable space requirements. Its growth rate is fast, making it an ideal background or midground plant in aquarium setups.
Demands and Hardiness:
The 'Tanzende Feuerfeder' Echinodorus has easy care requirements, suitable for beginners. It thrives in moderate to high lighting conditions and prefers a temperature range of 20-28°C. The plant can tolerate temperatures between 15-30°C and requires carbon dioxide levels of 10-40 mg/l along with other water parameters within specified limits (see table).
Aquascaping & Usage:
This plant serves as a colorful accent in aquascaping due to its vibrant red and green hues. Its tall and eye-catching stature makes it an excellent choice for creating visual interest in high tanks.
Propagation:
Propagation of Echinodorus 'Tanzende Feuerfeder' can be achieved through proliferating inflorescences and rhizome division, allowing hobbyists to expand their plant population easily.
Habitat and Distribution:
Belonging to the Alismataceae family and the genus Echinodorus, this aquatic plant's natural habitat and distribution in the wild remain unspecified.