Echinodorus Cord Mini

Species Profile

• Common Name: Cord Mini Sword
• Scientific Name: Echinodorus 'Cord Mini'
• Plant Type: Rosette aquarium plant
• Origin: Cultivated aquarium variety
• Growth Rate: Moderate
• Difficulty: Easy
• Placement: Foreground to midground (depending on tank size)

Appearance

• Compact rosette growth
• Shorter, rounded to slightly elongated leaves
• Leaf color:
  • Bright green
  • Light olive green
• Neat and bushy appearance
• Mature size:
  • Height: 10–20 cm (4–8 in)
  • Spread: 10–15 cm

Tank Requirements

• Temperature: 22–28°C
• pH: 6.0–7.5
• Water Hardness: Soft to medium
• Lighting: Medium recommended
• CO₂: Optional, but helps produce denser growth

Substrate & Fertilization

• Grows best in nutrient-rich substrate
• Benefits from:
  • Root tabs
  • Iron supplementation
  • Balanced liquid fertilizers

Care Tips

• Keep the crown above the substrate.
• Trim older leaves occasionally.
• Provide enough spacing so leaves spread naturally.
• Good lighting helps maintain compact growth.

Propagation

• Produces flower stalks with plantlets.
• Separate young plants after roots become established.

Best Tank Companions

• Nano fish
• Tetras
• Rasboras
• Corydoras
• Shrimp

Because of its compact shape, this variety works nicely for creating a soft green focal area without overpowering the aquascape.