Echinodorus Ozelot Nile Queen

Echinodorus 'Ozelot Nile Queen' is a regal and captivating sword plant cultivar — a variant of the beloved Ozelot series, distinguished by its broad, richly coloured leaves adorned with the characteristic dark spotting and mottling that the Ozelot cultivars are famous for, set against a warm, olive to bronze-green base that evokes the sun-drenched banks of the Nile. Each leaf is a unique tapestry of colour and pattern, making this one of the most visually interesting sword plants available. It forms a full, vigorous rosette that commands attention as a centrepiece or background specimen in any planted aquascape, and its reliable patterning under a range of conditions makes it a firm favourite among collectors.

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 and nutrients enhance spotting and colour)
• Fertiliser: Root tabs recommended; liquid fertiliser beneficial
• Placement: Midground to Background
• Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
• Max Size: 30–50cm