Echinodorus Lothario
Origin / Breeder : Tomas Kaliebe, Altlandsberg
Rosette broad-leaved Plant color: greenish-red, red color of young leaves suitable for beginners, suitable for aquariums over 50 cm, additional fertilization recommended, medium lighting - strong lighting Description: Echinodorus Lothario is a very expressive, bright Echinodorus. In the aquarium, Echinodorus Lothario reaches a height of 25-30 cm under favorable conditions, the leaves are broad-lanceolate, beautifully reddish-brown in colour. In addition, the colors transition smoothly from a lighter to a darker tone. The leaf tip is pointed, the base heart-shaped. The leaves are decorated with a pattern of veins. Echinodorus Lothario is not picky about the content, it accepts water parameters and temperature in a wide range. However, high-intensity lighting and the addition of trace elements to the water are desirable to maintain the unusually bright color. Under favorable conditions, Echinodorus Lothario produces flowering shoots with daughter plants. The growth rate is not high.[1]
