Echinodorus Major/Martii AKA Ruffle Sword

Ruffle Sword is its common name.

For many years, planted tank nerds have relied on Ruffle Sword plants. Even in the back or middle of your tank, their tall, thick, ruffle-textured leaves have lovely striations that capture the eye. Their striking contrast to plants that are crimson in hue is their vivid green tint. They are simple to maintain and a fantastic choice for novices.

Ruffle sword plants require regular pruning because they have a tendency to grow fairly large. They can grow either emersed or submerged, making them excellent plants for tanks of a big size. The majority of the time, they can be seen growing submerged along river banks and streams in their native habitats in Central and South America. These plants can tolerate most lighting conditions in a substrate rich in nutrients, but moderate to high lighting is optimal. Although CO2 infusion is not required, it will help the plant grow more quickly.

Side shoots from the leaves of ruffle sword plants can be cut off and planted again into the substrate. You can prune the side shoots and older leaves from your Ruffle Sword plant to limit its size.

Family Name: Alismataceae

Origin: Central/South America

Height: 12-24”

pH: 6.5-7.5

Care: Easy

Light: Moderate

Co2: Not necessary

Propagation: Adventitious shoots

Growth rate: Medium

Sizes:

Small around 5 inches

Medium around 7 inches

Large around 9 inches

XL around 11 plus inches

*Picture is what it looks like submersed