Helanthium Quadricostatus, also known as Broad Leaf Chain Sword, is a species of aquatic plant that belongs to the Alismataceae family. It is native to South America, where it is found in the Amazon River Basin and the Rio Paraguay.

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Helanthium Quadricostatus, also known as Broad Leaf Chain Sword, is a species of aquatic plant that belongs to the Alismataceae family. It is native to South America, where it is found in the Amazon River Basin and the Rio Paraguay.

The plant is popular among aquarium enthusiasts due to its attractive appearance and easy care. It has broad leaves that grow in a rosette at the base of the plant, and the leaves can grow up to 10 inches long and 1 inch wide. The plant can reach a height of up to 20 inches, and it produces runners that can spread the plant throughout the aquarium.

The Broad Leaf Chain Sword is a hardy plant that can tolerate a wide range of water conditions, including low to moderate lighting and pH levels between 6.5 and 7.5. It prefers soft to medium-hard water, and it can be propagated by separating the plant's runners.

In an aquarium setting, Helanthium Quadricostatus provides excellent cover for fish and can help reduce the levels of nitrates and other pollutants in the water. It is also commonly used in aquascaping due to its striking appearance and ability to create a natural-looking aquatic environment.

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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	Helanthium Bolivianum 'Quadricostatus'
Synonym	Echinodorus Quadricostatus / Echinodorus Magdalenensis
Common Name	Broad Leaf Chain Sword, Bolivian Sword Plant
Placement	Foreground / Midground
CO2	Not required
Growth Rates	Fast
Difficulty Level	Easy
Nutrient Substrate	Required
Can it grow emerged?	Yes
Lighting Requirements	Medium - High

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Even though our plants are very clean, but we can't guarantee they will be 100% pest-free because we cannot be responsible for your aquarium. Please use it at your own risk. We recommended all customers rinse the plants with clean water and quarantine them before use.

However, plants in tissue culture will be 100% free from pests, algae and never have been contacting with any aquarium.

Due to the nature of the product. We don't guarantee our plants will be pests free. ( snails, algae, hitchhikers )
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