Helanthium Vesuvius
Helanthium Vesuvius is a beautiful and versatile aquarium plant, prized for its vibrant green leaves and compact, rosette growth. Its striking foliage and moderate growth rate make it an excellent choice for foreground or midground planting, adding texture and natural beauty to any aquascape.
Type: Rosette Plant
Growth Rate: Moderate
Light Demand: Medium to High
CO2 Requirement: Low to Medium
Placement: Foreground to Midground
Care Guidelines
Helanthium Vesuvius thrives in nutrient-rich substrate and benefits from regular fertilization. Moderate lighting enhances its coloration, while CO2 supplementation encourages healthier and faster growth. Regular trimming helps maintain its shape and prevents overcrowding.
Water Conditions
Temperature: 72 to 82°F
pH: 6.0 to 7.5
Hardness: Soft to Moderate
Propagation
Easily propagated by dividing the plant into smaller sections and replanting them in the substrate.
Helanthium Vesuvius is perfect for aquarists seeking a low-maintenance, visually appealing plant that adds texture, depth, and a natural look to planted aquariums.
Helanthium 'Vesuvius', previously known as Echinodorus Vesuvius, features bright green leaves that exhibit a curling growth pattern. When provided with optimal conditions and a clean environment, Helanthium Vesuvius grows at a steady pace and makes for a wonderful background plant choice. It is quite hardy and can be easily propagated by separating plantlets that form via runners.
