Echinodorus Fancy Twist

Echinodorus 'Fancy Twist' is a wonderfully quirky and eye-catching sword plant cultivar that truly earns its playful name. Its leaves emerge with a distinctive spiralling, corkscrew-like twist along their length — a unique growth habit that gives the plant an almost sculptural, animated quality unlike any other sword plant in the hobby. The foliage is a fresh, vibrant green, and the twisting leaves catch the light from multiple angles as they sway gently in the current, creating a mesmerising, ever-changing display. A genuine conversation piece that adds whimsy and texture to any planted aquascape, and a must-have for collectors who love the unusual.

Propagation: Produces adventitious plantlets on flower stems. Allow plantlets to develop 2–3 leaves and roots before separating from the mother plant.

Care Guide

• Origin: South America (cultivar)
• Light: Medium to High
• Water Parameters: pH 6.0–7.5 | Temp 22–28°C | Soft to moderately hard water
• CO2 Required: No (CO2 enhances growth and twist expression)
• Fertiliser: Root tabs recommended; liquid fertiliser beneficial
• Placement: Midground to Background
• Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
• Max Size: 20–40cm