Pygmy Chain Sword – The Tiny Powerhouse of Aquarium Carpets! 🌿🔗

Looking for a fast-growing, easy-to-care-for carpeting plant? Say hello to the Pygmy Chain Sword (Echinodorus tenellus), a compact yet mighty aquatic plant that spreads quickly through runners, creating a lush green foreground in no time! Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned aquascaper, this little beauty is perfect for bringing a natural, grassy meadow look to your aquarium with minimal effort.

Key Features:

🌱 Compact & Fast-Spreading: Forms a dense, grassy carpet in the foreground.
☀️ Thrives Under Bright Light: Grows short and lush with good lighting.
💦 Natural Water Purifier: Absorbs excess nutrients, helping to prevent algae.
🐠 Great for Fish & Shrimp: Provides hiding spots and grazing areas.
🪴 Easy to Maintain: Low-care plant that propagates naturally via runners.

Why You’ll Love It:

🌟 Transforms Your Tank: Creates a soft, grassy floor for a natural look.
📏 Perfect for Foreground Planting: Stays short and spreads quickly.
💨 Oxygen Booster: Helps improve water quality and circulation.
🛠 Beginner-Friendly & Versatile: Adapts to various tank setups.

How to Keep It Happy:

☀️ Lighting: Moderate to high—brighter light encourages compact growth.
💧 Water Conditions: pH 6.5-7.5, temperatures 68°F-82°F (20°C-28°C).
🪴 Substrate: Nutrient-rich substrate helps boost growth.
🌬 CO₂: Not required, but enhances carpet formation.
✂️ Maintenance: Trim runners occasionally to control spread.

Where It Shines Best:

✔️ Foreground carpeting in planted aquariums
✔️ Nature-style and Iwagumi aquascapes
✔️ Shrimp tanks and nano setups
✔️ Low-tech and high-tech tanks alike

Bonus Tip!

For the densest, most vibrant carpet, plant Pygmy Chain Sword in small clusters and provide strong lighting—it’ll spread like wildfire!