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ECHINODORUS 'RED CHAMELEON' – Compact and Colorful Aquarium Plant with Intense Red Foliage
Echinodorus 'Red Chameleon' is a stunning hybrid aquarium plant from the Alismataceae family, admired for its unique ability to change color depending on environmental conditions. More compact than the 'Green Chameleon' variety, it grows up to 30 cm tall and is perfect for the midground of aquariums. Its true beauty unfolds underwater, where it develops a tidy structure and central leaves with vibrant red coloration, especially under high light conditions.
Even in emersed form, its leaves exhibit reddish hues, but it's in the submerged state that the intense red tones truly shine. This plant's compact growth makes it an ideal feature for Dutch-style layouts, South American biotopes, or natural aquascapes, where it can serve as a striking focal point. With moderate growth, it requires a balanced setup to reach its full decorative potential: nutrient-rich substrate, regular liquid fertilization, and consistent CO₂ supplementation (20–30 mg/l) are essential for robust foliage and rich coloration.
Echinodorus 'Red Chameleon' tolerates a wide range of water hardness and pH levels between 5 and 8, making it suitable for various aquarium setups. It reproduces through adventitious plantlets on the flower stalk, making propagation straightforward. To maintain its intense red hues and compact form, place it in a well-lit area of the aquarium.
Main features:
Grows up to 30 cm, ideal for midground placement
Intense red leaves under high lighting
Moderate, compact growth habit
Requires rich substrate, liquid fertilizer, and CO₂
Great for Dutch and natural aquascapes
Tolerates pH 5–8 and a wide hardness range
Easy propagation via adventitious plantlets
Why choose Echinodorus 'Red Chameleon':
This plant is ideal for aquarists looking for a colorful, compact feature with strong visual impact. With proper care, it rewards with deep red foliage and a tidy structure, making it a standout in any aquarium design. It’s a perfect choice for those seeking a centerpiece plant with manageable size and vibrant tones.
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