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HELANTHIUM TENELLUM 'BROAD LEAF' – Compact Carpet Plant for Aquarium Foreground
Helanthium tenellum 'Broad Leaf' is a freshwater aquarium plant discovered during a botanical expedition in Florida in 2012. At first glance, it closely resembles the standard Helanthium tenellum (formerly Echinodorus tenellus), but it can be distinguished by its broader leaf blades, up to 2.5 mm wide, and its slightly shorter growth height. The bright medium-green leaves make it an excellent choice for creating vivid contrasts in aquascaping, pairing beautifully with colorful species such as Hygrophila pinnatifida.
Helanthium tenellum 'Broad Leaf' spreads easily through runners, forming a dense and compact carpet that adds a natural and tidy look to the aquarium. Its care requirements are similar to those of standard Helanthium tenellum, thriving under medium to high light and benefiting greatly from CO₂ supplementation. Vigorous trimming encourages the development of a strong and uniform grassy carpet.
Main features:
Origin: America
Genus: Helanthium
Family: Alismataceae
Height: 4–6 cm
Recommended area: Aquarium foreground
Growth: Moderate through runners
Lighting: Medium-high
Ideal temperature: 20–28 °C
pH range: 5-8
Water hardness: Soft to hard
CO₂ requirement: 20-30 mg/L
Bright medium-green leaves up to 2.5 mm wide
Easily combinable with colorful plants
Cultivation and aquascaping use:
Helanthium tenellum 'Broad Leaf' is perfect for creating grassy carpets in the foreground of freshwater aquariums. Its compact growth and bright coloration bring freshness and vibrancy to aquascaping layouts. When planted densely and regularly trimmed, it develops into a lush, uniform lawn, ideal for natural, Dutch-style, or South American biotope aquariums.
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