than the type plant. Likes good substrate, CO2 and a strong light. ovalis is a small, orbiculate plant whose low, wide growth makes it suitable for small aquariums. Reaches a height of about 35 cm with a width of about 30 cm. ssp. fluitans is fast-growing, suitable for large aquariums. Less likely to grow up above the water surface. If it grows large enough, it forms large leaves just under the surface instead. Reaches a height of about 40 cm. Tropica Gallery See also Echinodorus palaefolius References External links Drawing Echinodorus site Tropica Marble Queen Illustrations Alabama plants - illustrated cordifolius Flora of the United States Flora of the Caribbean Flora of Mexico Flora of Central America Flora of South America Aquatic plants Plants described in 1857 Flora without expected TNC conservation status