Echinodorus Red Chili

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

✅ Difficulty: Easy — Echinodorus Red Chili is a striking, grateful sword plant with red leaf color. No CO₂ required.

Echinodorus Red Chili is a vibrant variety with bright red young leaves that add a fiery splash of color to any aquarium. A strong, low-maintenance choice for the mid- or background, without the need for CO₂.

🌿 Plant specifications

🚚 Delivery & guarantee

• 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

More light enhances the bright, red color of the young leaves. Do not plant the rhizome too deep in the substrate. Remove old, greening leaves to make room for new colored growth.

💡 Planter's tip

Place as an eye-catcher in the midground or background, combined with green plants for a strong color contrast.

❓ Frequently asked questions

Does the plant always stay red?
The youngest leaves are the most brightly colored; older leaves gradually turn green. Continuous new growth keeps the color effect visible.

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.