Echinodorus Horizontalis

You will receive: 1 pot, ready to plant — freshly delivered from the nursery.

✅ Level: Easy — Echinodorus Horizontalis is a robust sword plant with striking horizontal leaf growth. No CO₂ required.

Echinodorus Horizontalis is distinguished by its characteristic, broadly spreading leaf habit — the leaves grow more horizontally than with most other Echinodorus species. This provides a unique, open structure to the mid or background zone of the aquarium.

🌿 Plant specifications

🚚 Delivery & warranty

• Freshly delivered from the nursery — ready to plant
• Shipping Tuesday or Friday → Read more about shipping
• Delivery with track & trace, usually within 1–2 business days
• Received dead? We will resolve this together. Contact us within 24 hours of receipt with a photo.
• Free shipping from €59,-

✂️ Care

Low maintenance and suitable for almost any aquarium. Do not plant the rhizome too deep in the substrate. Take the horizontal growth habit into account when determining placement — give the plant enough space.

💡 Planter's tip

The horizontal leaf habit creates an interesting, open structure — combine with upright plants for variety in shape.

❓ Frequently asked questions

What makes this plant different from other Echinodorus species?
The characteristic, horizontal leaf growth provides a unique structure that differs from most upright Echinodorus species.

My plant arrived yellow or limp — is that normal?
Yes, this is transport stress and almost always temporary. Give the plant 1–2 weeks to acclimatize. For persistent problems: contact us.

Is this plant suitable for a shrimp tank?
Yes, completely shrimp-friendly.

Do you have another question? Feel free to contact us — we are happy to help you make the right choice for your aquarium.