Plant Profiles

Helanthium bolivianum 'Latifolius'

Helanthium bolivianum 'Latifolius'
Echinodorus Latifolius
$9.95

Helanthium bolivianum 'Latifolius', sometimes known as Echinodorus Latifolius, is an easy aquarium plant for both novice and experienced aquarists. Its creeping habit makes it ideal for filling in a space, and its thin, bright green leaves add a natural look to the aquarium. This plant is an undemanding species that can grow in a variety of water conditions, making it an excellent choice for beginners.

The plant grows to a maximum height of 30cm, with most leaves growing up to 10-15cm in length. It can also be trimmed down to different heights if required. This plant can spread via runners along the substrate and forms long chains of plants. Helanthium bolivianum 'Latifolius' is a fast grower and can quickly carpet the foreground of the aquarium. To promote faster growth and denser carpet, high lighting and CO2 injection is recommended.

This plant is a heavy root feeder, and will benefit from regular fertilisation of the substrate. It is also important to maintain good water circulation and ensure adequate nutrient levels in the water column. Helanthium bolivianum 'Latifolius' prefers soft to medium-hard water, with a pH range of 5.0-7.0, and can tolerate a range of temperatures between 10-30°C.

Helanthium bolivianum 'Latifolius' is an excellent plant choice for aquarists looking to add some greenery to their aquarium. Its low maintenance and cold water tolerance make it a good choice for a range of different planted tanks.

Requirements and information

Temperature:
TropicalWarmCold

Substrate type:
CoarseFine

Substrate nutrients:

Medium

Water nutrients:

Medium

Light demand:

Medium

CO2:

Low

Height:

Medium

Growth rate:

Vigorous

Growth habit:

Rosette

Creeping

Difficulty:

Easy

Native to: