Amazon sword

Echinodorus bleheri

Family : Alismataceae

PlantFreshwaterclassic

The Amazon sword is a large background plant with lance-shaped leaves. Very popular in aquariums for its hardiness.

Amazon sword — photo 1 sur 2 — Salvatore vitale · Wikimedia Commons · Public domain1 / 2

Popularity

Easy plant

standard lighting, few requirements

Availability

Common in shops

Shop availability

IUCN Status

Least Concern

Biotope

Amazon+1

Bassin amazonien : eaux douces chaudes, acides, noires ou claires.

Description

The leaves are elongated, bright green, up to 50 cm long. The plant develops a strong root system. It produces flower stalks that bear plantlets. Growth is fast under favorable conditions. It can be used as a background or solitary plant. Older leaves yellow and should be removed. It tolerates a wide range of parameters.

Habitat

Region :

This plant grows in calm waters of Amazonian rivers and lakes, often in flooded areas. The bottom is muddy and nutrient-rich. It tolerates slightly acidic to neutral water.

Distribution :

Recommended parameters

Temperature22–28 °C

pH6.5–7.5

GH5–15 °dGH

KH3–8 °dKH

NO₃

≤ 20 mg/L

PO₄

≤ 0.5 mg/L

Care

Difficulty

1/5

Diet

Photosynthetic

Min. tank

100 L

Min. group

Adult size

50 cm

Lifespan

5 years

Temperament

Peaceful

Propagation

Repiquage des plantules issues des hampes florales ou division de la souche.

Care notes

Temperature 22–28°C, pH 6.5–7.5, GH 5–15. Moderate to high lighting (0.7 W/L) is beneficial. A nutrient-rich substrate is essential, with root tabs. CO2 addition is not mandatory but improves growth. Requires a large tank (minimum 100 L) due to its size. Compatible with all peaceful fish. Prune damaged leaves at the base.

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