Echinodorus Hadi Red Pearl Variegated
Plant Profile
The Hadi Red Pearl Sword (Echinodorus 'Hadi Red Pearl' Variegated) stands out as a highly sought-after variegated Amazon Sword cultivar in the hobby. This rare specimen showcases broad, spade-shaped green leaves marbled with brilliant white splashes and fiery crimson markings throughout each leaf blade. Reaching a compact to moderate height of 4 to 9 inches, its bold variegated foliage provides an eye-catching focal point in midground or background zones. Hardy and beginner-friendly, the Hadi Red Pearl Sword adapts easily to a wide range of tank environments while offering aquascapers an extraordinary mix of color, pattern, and architectural structure.
Key Features & Benefits
- Rare variegated foliage features a captivating marble pattern of bright white streaks and rich red speckles over vibrant green leaves.
- Hardy, easy-care rosette plant that brings strong structural presence to aquarium layouts.
- Versatile species suitable for submerged aquariums as well as emersed terrarium and paludarium setups.
Care & Planting Instructions
- Prep the plant by removing it from the pot and clearing all rockwool from the roots.
- Plant the roots deeply into your aquarium soil, keeping the crown of the plant resting just above the substrate surface to prevent rot.
- All Echinodorus are heavy root feeders that rely on rich substrate nutrition; placing root tabs near the base supports steady, healthy leaf development.
- Provide low to moderate lighting; while adaptable under basic low-tech conditions, supplying moderate light and regular liquid iron supplementation helps maintain crisp white and red leaf variegation.
- Keep water parameters stable and avoid sudden parameter swings to prevent leaf melting during the transition period.
- To propagate, gently separate developed daughter plantlets that form along the base or flowering runners once they sprout independent roots, then replant them directly into your aquarium soil. Read our trimming & propagation guide for details.
Quick Facts
Listed information should be treated as general guidelines only. Team Buce Plant encourages you to do thorough research to ensure healthy growth!
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Echinodorus 'Hadi Red Pearl' Variegated |
| Common Name(s) | Hadi Red Pearl Sword, Echinodorus Hadi Red Pearl Variegated |
| Family | Alismataceae |
| Plant Type / Taxonomy | Variegated Rosette Sword Plant |
| Care Difficulty | Easy |
| Light Requirement | Low to Moderate |
| CO2 Requirement | Optional / Not Required (Promotes faster growth and denser leaves) |
| Placement / Usage | Midground / Background Focal Point |
| Height / Size | 4–9”+ |
| Growth Rate | Slow to Moderate |
| Water Parameters | pH 6.0–7.5 |
| Propagation Method | Division / Runner Plantlets |
| Origin | Cultivar / Hybrid Variant |
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How do I prep potted Echinodorus Hadi Red Pearl Variegated before planting?
Carefully remove the plastic pot and peel away the cotton or rockwool wrapping from the roots under room-temperature water. Inspect the base, snip off any damaged outer leaves, and gently insert the roots into your aquarium soil using pinsettes.
2. How do I preserve the white and red variegation on my Hadi Red Pearl Sword?
Maintaining clear white markings and rich red spots requires moderate lighting and steady root nutrition. Supplying root tabs inside your aquarium soil ensures the plant receives sufficient iron and trace elements to keep new leaves vividly marbled.
3. Why is root feeding essential for Echinodorus species?
Amazon Sword plants are heavy root feeders, meaning they absorb nutrients primarily through their extensive root system rather than relying strictly on liquid fertilizers in the water column. Providing root nutrition directly in your aquarium soil supports strong root anchors and lush leaf growth.