{"product_id":"echinodorus-red-flame-sword-aquarium-plant","title":"Echinodorus ‘Red Flame’ Aquarium Plant","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEchinodorus ‘Red Flame’\u003c\/strong\u003e is a bold and colorful hybrid sword plant known for its red, green, and bronze leaves with dark maroon speckling. Its compact rosette growth and fiery new leaves make it one of the most eye-catching sword plants for freshwater planted aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew leaves often emerge in vibrant red tones before maturing into green-bronze foliage with distinctive dark spotting. This makes Red Flame Sword a beautiful centerpiece, midground feature, or background accent in medium to large aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColorful hybrid sword plant with red, green, and bronze foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDark red to maroon speckling on leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact rosette growth habit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat centerpiece or background accent plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardy and adaptable for freshwater planted aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoot-feeding plant that benefits from nutrient-rich substrate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdds vivid color, texture, and contrast to aquascapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGreat For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFreshwater planted aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedium to large tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCenterpiece plant layouts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMidground and background placement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommunity aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-tech planted tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAquascapes needing red and bronze color contrast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Echinodorus ‘Red Flame’\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red Flame Sword\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium to High\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 72–82°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5–7.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Midground to Background\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCO2:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not required, but may improve growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nutrient-rich substrate or root tabs recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Maintenance Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant Echinodorus ‘Red Flame’ directly into the substrate with the roots covered and the crown of the plant above the substrate line. Like most sword plants, Red Flame is a heavy root feeder and performs best with aquarium soil, nutrient-rich substrate, or regular root tab supplementation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the brightest red coloration and strongest speckling, provide medium to high lighting and consistent fertilization. Iron-rich root tabs can help support stronger color development. Remove older or damaged leaves near the base to encourage healthy new growth and keep the plant looking clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Red Flame Sword?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed Flame Sword is a great choice for aquarists who want a hardy aquarium plant with bold color and unique leaf patterning. Its red new growth and speckled mature leaves create a dynamic look that stands out beautifully against green plants, driftwood, and dark substrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow tall does Echinodorus ‘Red Flame’ grow?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEchinodorus ‘Red Flame’ typically grows around 8–14 inches tall, depending on lighting, nutrients, root space, and overall aquarium conditions. It is best suited for medium to large aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes Red Flame Sword need CO2?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. CO2 is not required. Red Flame Sword can grow well in low-tech aquariums when provided with good lighting, stable conditions, and strong root nutrition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy are the red spots fading?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFading color or reduced spotting may happen when lighting is too low or nutrients are limited. Stronger lighting, stable fertilization, and iron-rich root tabs can help support brighter color and more pronounced speckling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan Echinodorus ‘Red Flame’ grow emersed?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Like many sword plants, Echinodorus ‘Red Flame’ can grow emersed in humid conditions and may produce small flowers above the water when mature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs Red Flame Sword good for beginners?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Red Flame Sword is hardy and adaptable, making it a good choice for beginners who can provide adequate lighting, root tabs or nutrient-rich substrate, and stable aquarium conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs Echinodorus ‘Red Flame’ safe for shrimp and snails?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Red Flame Sword is safe for freshwater shrimp, snails, and peaceful community fish when grown in a properly maintained aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShop Echinodorus ‘Red Flame’ at Tropical Treasures Wyo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEchinodorus ‘Red Flame’ is a colorful hybrid sword plant for freshwater planted aquariums, community tanks, and medium to large aquascapes. Shop live aquarium plants, freshwater fish, shrimp, and planted tank supplies at Tropical Treasures Wyo in Cheyenne, Wyoming.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropical Treasures Wyo LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52192706691285,"sku":null,"price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/tropicaltreasureswyo.com\/products\/echinodorus-red-flame-sword-aquarium-plant","provider":"Tropical Treasures Wyo LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}