Corkscrew Vesuvius Sword

Glass Grown Aquatics

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 Helanthium augustifolia 'Vesuvius' used to be known as an Echinodorus sword, but has been reclassified. It is also known as a 'Corkscrew Chain Sword'

Vesuvius is a smaller, bright green sword, with thin leaves growing in an undulating manner; very much like an erupting volcano!

An easy to care for sword, Vesuvius propagates readily by sending out runners. 

Very easy-to-keep plant that needs neither Co2 or high lights to thrive. 

Bare-root rosette plant is 4-6" tall, and varies in it's natural state.

Looking for the better- established potted Corkscrew Vesuvius Sword?

Grown EMERGENT

Growing requirements:

  • 65-80 Degrees Fahrenheit
  • Ph 6-8
  • Low to Medium light intensity
  • Moderate growth speed

As I like to keep real ecosystems in my aquariums, there's always the possibility of harmless snail or dwarf shrimp hitchhikers!