{"product_id":"echinodorus-hadi-red-pearl-aquarium-plant","title":"Echinodorus ‘Hadi Red Pearl’ – Red Sword Aquarium Plant","description":"\u003cp\u003eEchinodorus ‘Hadi Red Pearl’ is a beautiful aquarium sword plant known for its deep red to burgundy leaves and bold centerpiece appearance. This colorful hybrid sword plant adds strong contrast, height, and texture to freshwater planted aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith nutrient-rich substrate, moderate to high lighting, and steady care, Echinodorus ‘Hadi Red Pearl’ can develop rich red tones that stand out beautifully against green plants, driftwood, and stone aquascapes. It works well as a midground or background focal plant in medium to large aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColorful red to burgundy aquarium sword plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent centerpiece plant for planted aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat for midground or background placement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroad leaves add texture, height, and movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardy enough for many low-tech and high-tech setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafe for shrimp, snails, and peaceful freshwater fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlant Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Echinodorus ‘Hadi Red Pearl’\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hadi Red Pearl Sword\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rosette \/ sword plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Midground to background\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium to high for best color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCO2:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not required, but beneficial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 72–82°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5–7.8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–16 inches depending on conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adventitious plantlets and side shoots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Echinodorus ‘Hadi Red Pearl’?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEchinodorus ‘Hadi Red Pearl’ is a great choice for aquarists who want a bold red sword plant without overly complicated care. Its broad leaves and rich coloration make it an attractive focal point in planted aquariums, especially when surrounded by smaller foreground plants or green background stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis plant develops a strong root system and benefits from nutrient-rich substrate or regular root tab fertilization. With consistent nutrients and good lighting, it can become a standout centerpiece in the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Plant\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant Echinodorus ‘Hadi Red Pearl’ directly into aquarium substrate with the roots covered and the crown kept above the substrate line. Avoid burying the crown too deeply, as this can cause plant health issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it where the leaves have room to spread and receive adequate light. Because sword plants are heavy root feeders, use nutrient-rich substrate or add root tabs near the base for best growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest Uses in Aquariums\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFreshwater planted aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMidground centerpiece placement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackground focal plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedium to large aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-tech planted tanks with good nutrients\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-tech aquascapes with CO2 and stronger lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShrimp tanks and peaceful community aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare \u0026amp; Maintenance Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor stronger red coloration, provide medium to high lighting, steady nutrients, and good root feeding. CO2 is not required, but it can help improve growth, leaf development, and color intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrim older or damaged leaves near the base of the plant as needed. Avoid moving the plant frequently once established, as sword plants prefer a stable root zone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes Echinodorus ‘Hadi Red Pearl’ need CO2?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. CO2 is not required, but CO2, strong lighting, and steady nutrients can help improve growth and enhance red coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow tall does Echinodorus ‘Hadi Red Pearl’ grow?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt typically reaches around 10–16 inches tall, depending on lighting, nutrients, tank size, and overall growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan Echinodorus ‘Hadi Red Pearl’ grow in low light?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, it can grow in lower light, but the red coloration may be more subdued. Medium to high light is best for stronger color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this plant need root tabs?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRoot tabs are recommended, especially if the aquarium does not have nutrient-rich substrate. Sword plants are heavy root feeders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere should I place this plant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEchinodorus ‘Hadi Red Pearl’ works best as a midground or background plant, depending on tank size and aquascape layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it safe for shrimp and snails?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Echinodorus ‘Hadi Red Pearl’ is safe for shrimp, snails, and peaceful freshwater fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does this plant propagate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt can produce adventitious plantlets or side shoots that may be separated and replanted once they develop roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAvailable at Tropical Treasures Wyo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEchinodorus ‘Hadi Red Pearl’ is a colorful red sword aquarium plant for aquarists who want a bold centerpiece plant in freshwater planted aquariums. Visit Tropical Treasures Wyo in Cheyenne, Wyoming, or shop online for live aquarium plants, sword plants, shrimp, snails, freshwater fish, planted tank fertilizers, root tabs, aquascaping tools, and aquarium supplies.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropical Treasures Wyo LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52192702333141,"sku":null,"price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/4545\/8133\/files\/echinodorus-hadi-red-pearl-1_1000x_847706ae-4a5a-4e61-b808-77bc9e19ce73.webp?v=1784294607","url":"https:\/\/tropicaltreasureswyo.com\/products\/echinodorus-hadi-red-pearl-aquarium-plant","provider":"Tropical Treasures Wyo LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}