Name: Amazon Sword (Echinodorus spp.)
Brand: Glass And Gill
Price: 120.00 ZAR
Availability: InStock

Amazon Sword (Echinodorus spp.)

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PlacementMidground to Background

LightingLow to Medium

CO₂Optional

Growth rateModerate

DifficultyEasy

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The Amazon Sword is one of the most popular and iconic freshwater aquarium plants, loved for its lush green leaves, impressive size, and beginner-friendly nature. Native to South America, this beautiful plant creates a natural focal point within the aquarium while providing shelter, security, and enrichment for fish and shrimp.

With its broad, vibrant foliage and strong root system, the Amazon Sword is perfect for adding height and structure to planted aquariums. Whether you're creating a simple community tank or a fully planted aquascape, this versatile plant brings a rich, natural look that instantly enhances any setup.

Easy to grow and highly adaptable, the Amazon Sword thrives in a wide range of aquarium conditions, making it an excellent choice for both new and experienced aquarists.

Why You'll Love It

Large, vibrant green leaves
Perfect background or centrepiece plant
Beginner-friendly and easy to grow
Provides shelter and security for fish
Suitable for low-tech and high-tech aquariums
Creates a lush, natural aquarium aesthetic

Care Requirements

Placement: Midground to Background
Lighting: Low to Medium
CO₂: Optional
Growth Rate: Moderate
Difficulty: Easy

Aquascaping Notes

Amazon Swords are best used as background plants or focal points where their broad leaves can create depth and structure within the aquascape. Their extensive root systems benefit from nutrient-rich substrates or root tabs, allowing them to develop into impressive specimens over time.

Due to their size, Amazon Swords are particularly well-suited to medium and large aquariums where they can grow to their full potential.