Amazon sword
Echinodorus amazonicus
PlantFreshwater
This plant forms a rosette of lanceolate, bright green leaves, reaching up to 50 cm. It develops a strong root system. Growth is fast under optimal conditions. It produces emergent flower stalks. In aquariums, it requires moderate to high lighting. It can be used as a background plant. It propagates via stolons and crown division.
Recommended parameters
| Parameter | Recommended range |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 22–28 |
| pH | 6.5–7.5 |
| GH | 3–10 |
| KH | 2–8 |
| NO₃ | ≤ 20 |
| PO₄ | ≤ 2 |
Care
Difficulty2/5
Dietphotosynthetic
Min. tank100 L
Min. group1
Adult size50 cm
Lifespan5 ans
Temperamentpeaceful
Care notes
Amazon sword is easy to grow. Ideal temperature is 22-28°C, pH 6.5-7.5, with moderate to high lighting. CO2 supplementation improves growth. A nutrient-rich substrate is recommended. Minimum tank volume is 100 liters. It tolerates soft to moderately hard water. It is compatible with most fish. Propagation is done by dividing offshoots.