🌿 Amazon Sword (Echinodorus Amazonicus) - Lush Freshwater Aquarium Plant Create a vibrant underwater landscape with the majestic Amazon Sword (Echinodorus Amazonicus). Known for its broad, sword-like leaves and rapid growth, this plant serves as an excellent background or centerpiece in freshwater aquariums. Its hardy nature and low-maintenance requirements make it an excellent choice for beginners and seasoned aquarists alike. Amazon Sword Quick Facts Feature Details 🌍 Origin South America 📏 Size 12 - 20 inches 💡 Lighting Moderate to high 🌡️ Temperature 72°F - 82°F (22°C - 28°C) 💧 pH Range 6.5 - 7.5 🎨 Color Bright green, long sword-like leaves 🪴 Position in Tank Background 🌟 Difficulty Beginner-friendly (easy to moderate) 🐟 Compatibility Betta fish, Neocaridina/Caridina shrimp, snails, community fish Why Choose Amazon Sword? ✔️ Lush and full-bodied – Creates a stunning natural backdrop for aquariums. ✔️ Oxygenates water – Improves water quality by absorbing excess nutrients. ✔️ Provides shelter – Ideal for fish and shrimp seeking hiding spots. ✔️ Hardy and adaptable – Thrives in a variety of freshwater setups. How to Care for Amazon Sword Care Tips Lighting: Prefers moderate to high lighting for optimal growth. Placement: Best suited as a background or midground plant in large aquariums. Substrate: Thrives in nutrient-rich substrate; root tabs are recommended for extra growth. Fertilizer: Regular root fertilization and liquid fertilizer will enhance leaf vibrancy. Maintenance: Trim older leaves at the base to encourage new growth. Propagation Steps Wait for Runners: The plant naturally produces side shoots or runners. Separate the Baby Plants: Once the plantlets have roots, carefully cut them from the main plant. Replant: Place the new plantlets into the substrate and allow them to establish.
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