Amazon Sword
The Amazon Sword (Echinodorus grisebachii), also known as the Amazon Sword Plant, is a popular freshwater aquarium plant native to the Amazon Basin and surrounding regions . Renowned for its lush, broad leaves and ease of care, it's an excellent choice for both beginner and experienced aquarists.
Scientific Name: Echinodorus grisebachii
Common Names: Amazon Sword, Amazon Sword Plant
Native Habitat: Amazon Basin, including parts of Cuba, Central America, and South America
Growth Form: Rosette plant with lanceolate or narrowly oval leaves
Height: Typically 15–16 inches (40–60 cm)
Light Requirements: Moderate to high; 10–12 hours of full-spectrum light daily
Temperature Range: 68–82°F (20–28°C)
pH Range: 6.5–7.5
Water Hardness: 3–8 KH
Substrate: Nutrient-rich substrate or standard gravel/sand with root tabs
Substrate Depth: Ensure at least 2.5 inches (6.5 cm) of substrate to accommodate the plant's extensive root system .
Planting: Place the roots in the substrate, leaving the crown (base of the plant) exposed above the substrate to prevent rot .
Lighting: Provide 10–12 hours of full-spectrum lighting daily to promote healthy growth .
Water Changes: Perform 10–25% water changes every two to four weeks to maintain water quality .
Fertilization: Use liquid fertilizers or root tabs to supply essential nutrients, especially iron, to prevent yellowing leaves.
The Amazon Sword is a versatile and low-maintenance plant that can enhance the aesthetic of your aquarium while providing shelter and breeding grounds for aquatic life.
The Amazon Sword (Echinodorus grisebachii), also known as the Amazon Sword Plant, is a popular freshwater aquarium plant native to the Amazon Basin and surrounding regions . Renowned for its lush, broad leaves and ease of care, it's an excellent choice for both beginner and experienced aquarists.
Scientific Name: Echinodorus grisebachii
Common Names: Amazon Sword, Amazon Sword Plant
Native Habitat: Amazon Basin, including parts of Cuba, Central America, and South America
Growth Form: Rosette plant with lanceolate or narrowly oval leaves
Height: Typically 15–16 inches (40–60 cm)
Light Requirements: Moderate to high; 10–12 hours of full-spectrum light daily
Temperature Range: 68–82°F (20–28°C)
pH Range: 6.5–7.5
Water Hardness: 3–8 KH
Substrate: Nutrient-rich substrate or standard gravel/sand with root tabs
Substrate Depth: Ensure at least 2.5 inches (6.5 cm) of substrate to accommodate the plant's extensive root system .
Planting: Place the roots in the substrate, leaving the crown (base of the plant) exposed above the substrate to prevent rot .
Lighting: Provide 10–12 hours of full-spectrum lighting daily to promote healthy growth .
Water Changes: Perform 10–25% water changes every two to four weeks to maintain water quality .
Fertilization: Use liquid fertilizers or root tabs to supply essential nutrients, especially iron, to prevent yellowing leaves.
The Amazon Sword is a versatile and low-maintenance plant that can enhance the aesthetic of your aquarium while providing shelter and breeding grounds for aquatic life.
The Amazon Sword (Echinodorus grisebachii), also known as the Amazon Sword Plant, is a popular freshwater aquarium plant native to the Amazon Basin and surrounding regions . Renowned for its lush, broad leaves and ease of care, it's an excellent choice for both beginner and experienced aquarists.
Scientific Name: Echinodorus grisebachii
Common Names: Amazon Sword, Amazon Sword Plant
Native Habitat: Amazon Basin, including parts of Cuba, Central America, and South America
Growth Form: Rosette plant with lanceolate or narrowly oval leaves
Height: Typically 15–16 inches (40–60 cm)
Light Requirements: Moderate to high; 10–12 hours of full-spectrum light daily
Temperature Range: 68–82°F (20–28°C)
pH Range: 6.5–7.5
Water Hardness: 3–8 KH
Substrate: Nutrient-rich substrate or standard gravel/sand with root tabs
Substrate Depth: Ensure at least 2.5 inches (6.5 cm) of substrate to accommodate the plant's extensive root system .
Planting: Place the roots in the substrate, leaving the crown (base of the plant) exposed above the substrate to prevent rot .
Lighting: Provide 10–12 hours of full-spectrum lighting daily to promote healthy growth .
Water Changes: Perform 10–25% water changes every two to four weeks to maintain water quality .
Fertilization: Use liquid fertilizers or root tabs to supply essential nutrients, especially iron, to prevent yellowing leaves.
The Amazon Sword is a versatile and low-maintenance plant that can enhance the aesthetic of your aquarium while providing shelter and breeding grounds for aquatic life.