Echinodorus amazonicus
| Scientific name | Aquarius grisebachii |
|---|---|
| Descriptor | Christenh. & Byng |
| Year of description | 2018 |
| IUCN category | NE |
| Family | Alismataceae |
| Genus | Aquarius |
Introduction
Aquarius grisebachii is a species of aquatic plant that grows in wetland areas and watercourses throughout the South American continent, from Brazil to Costa Rica. It is also recorded in Cuba. Over time, the taxonomic classification of this plant has evolved.
It was described as Limnobium grisebachii, but in 1997, it was reclassified in the genus Aquarius. The designations Echinodorus amazonicus, Echinodorus amphibius, Echinodorus bleherae, Echinodorus eglandulosus, and Echinodorus gracilis are synonyms.
Who is it?
Morphology
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height20 - 50 cm
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Characteristicsstem plant
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Leaveslarge (>5 cm)
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height20 - 50 cm
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Characteristicsstem plant
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Leaveslarge (>5 cm)
How to recognize the Echinodorus amazonicus ?
This plant measures between 20 and 50 cm.
Biology
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Environmentfresh water
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TypePalustres
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Growthfast
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MultiplicationStolons-division
Harmless species
This species poses no danger to humans.
Where to find it?
Geographic distribution & Conservation
This plant is recorded from Brazil to Honduras. It is also present in Cuba.
What is its habitat?
Natural environment characteristics
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Temperature24 - 28 °C
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pH (acidity)6.5 - 7
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FlowMedium and Slow
Biotope presentation
These plants are most commonly found at shallow depths in tropical streams and rivers.
Main recommendations for fishkeeping
Deontology
In order to preserve wildlife, if you acquire this animal, it must not be released into the wild. See also, the Fishipedia charter.
Fishipedia supports the practice of responsible and environmentally friendly aquarium keeping. We encourage maintenance if it is motivated by a desire to understand the biological functioning of living things and if it is done with respect for animal life.
We believe that aquaristics is an opening to the discovery of aquatic environments, especially freshwater, and that this knowledge is necessary to better protect and respect these environments. Logically, we refute the compulsive purchase of animals that would not find a sufficient and / or adapted place in the host aquarium.
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Temperature24 - 28 °C
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Lighting neededLow (0,5 Watt/L)
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CO2 needLow
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pH (acidity)6.5 - 7
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Sources & Contributions
Participation & Validation
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Translation
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