Sword Red Melon (Echinodorus Barthii v. “red melon”)

Red Melon sword (Echinodorus Barthii) Very pretty ovate leaves. Depending on the size of your aquarium, red melon can be used mid or back ground. Medium hardiness. Copper sensitive. Echinodorus ‘Barthii’ is more commonly known in the United States aquarium trade as Red Melon sword plant. Burgundy red submerged leaves are the highlight of this aquarium plant. Echinodorus ‘Barthii’ is one of the more compact and slower growing sword plants allowing it to be planted in midground areas of the aquarium.

• Common Name: Red Melon Sword
• Family Name: Alismataceae
• Native To: Hybrid
• Lighting: Medium
• pH: 6-8
• Growth Demands: Easy
• Growth Form: Rosette
• Growth Rate: Slow
• True Aquatic: Yes
• Placement In Tank: Mid-Background
• Available As: Bare Root