Amazon sowrd red | Pot Live Plant (Offer)

The Amazon Sword (Echinodorus amazonicus) is a popular freshwater aquarium plant known for its vibrant green leaves and hardy nature. Here’s what you need to know about it as a potted, live plant:

Features

Appearance: Amazon Swords have long, lance-shaped leaves with a rich green color, growing in a rosette shape. The leaves can reach up to 20 inches in height.

Size: In the right conditions, it can grow quite large, making it suitable as a background plant for aquariums, adding height and visual appeal.

Growth Rate: Moderately fast under optimal conditions.

Water Conditions: Prefers temperatures between 72°F - 82°F (22°C - 28°C) and slightly acidic to neutral pH levels (6.5 - 7.5).

Lighting: Requires moderate to high lighting for optimal growth. Higher lighting enhances its color and promotes lush growth.

Maintenance: Fairly low-maintenance, but regular trimming may be needed to prevent overcrowding.

Care Tips

Substrate: Amazon Swords prefer nutrient-rich substrate as they are root feeders. They’ll thrive with root tabs or fertilizer.

Pruning: Trim dead or dying leaves to encourage new growth.

Tank Size: Suitable for medium to large tanks because of its potential size.