Family: Alismataceae
Common Name: Chain Sword
Origin and Habitat: Neotropical; reported from areas in Mexico, Central America, West Indies, and South America down to northern Argentina.
Ideal position in aquarium
A fore-ground and mid-ground plant in large tanks, or background in smaller tanks.
Lighting requirements
Moderate; under brighter light the leaves will be smaller [see additional comments under Physical Description].
Growth rate
Medium
Minimum Tank Suggestion
N/A
Water parameters for Chain Sword
Soft to moderately hard (4 to 15 dGH), acidic to basic (pH up to 7.5), temperature 22-30C/72-86F.