Echinodorus Red Chameleon is small to a medium-sized sword that remains about 30 cm tall when fully grown. Echinodorus Red Chameleon stays smaller and more compact than the green version of this sword, Echinodorus Green Chameleon.
We cultivate Echinodorus Red Chameleon emerged in our hydroponic greenhouse. Echinodorus Chameleon has the ability to change color depending on the environment where its grows. The emerged leaves are green in color but when submerged in the aquarium, the red coloration quickly developed. Red Chameleon Sword is a heavy root feeder, it is best suited for a small, medium aquarium that has an abundance of nutrients, CO2, and lighting.
- Sold as emerged bare-root plants, bunch plants, or potted plants
- Bare-root Plants | approx. 1-2 loose, bare-root plants
- Bunched Plants | approx. 1-2 rooted plants bundle with foam and plant’s weight
- Potted Plants | approx. 1-2 rooted plants potted with rockwool
Disclaimer: Pictures are not the actual plants you will receive, but a sample representation. Unless specific, we don’t guarantee aquatic plants will be free of pests, and pesticides, grow emerged or submerge.
Scientific Name |
Echinodorus Red Chameleon |
Common Name |
Red Chameleon Sword |
Placement |
Midground / Background |
CO2 |
Not required |
pH | 6.0 – 6.8 |
Growth Rates |
Medium |
Difficulty Level |
Beginner |
Nutrient Substrate |
Required |
Can be grow emerged? |
Yes |
Lighting Requirements |
Medium – High |