Amazon Sword Plant | Echinodorus bleheri Aquarium Plant

Buy Echinodorus bleheri, commonly known as the Amazon Sword Plant, for your aquarium. This popular freshwater plant features large, lush green leaves and is perfect for creating a natural background in planted tanks.

Amazon Sword Plants are one of the most widely used aquarium plants due to their hardiness, size, and ease of care. They are ideal for beginners and experienced aquarists alike, providing excellent cover for fish and helping create a balanced ecosystem.

🌿 Why You’ll Love This Plant

• Large, lush green leaves for a natural look
• Perfect background plant for aquariums
• Hardy and beginner-friendly
• Provides shelter for fish and shrimp
• Helps improve water quality

📋 Plant Details

• Scientific Name: Echinodorus bleheri
• Common Name: Amazon Sword Plant
• Plant Type: Rosette plant
• Placement: Background
• Growth Rate: Moderate
• Difficulty: Easy

💡 Care Requirements

• Lighting: Low to Moderate
• CO₂: Not required
• Substrate: Nutrient-rich substrate preferred
• Fertilization: Root tabs highly recommended

💧 Water Parameters

• Temperature: 72–82°F
• pH: 6.5–7.5
• Hardness: Soft to moderate

🌱 Aquascaping Tips

• Place in the background for a natural focal point
• Provide plenty of root space for growth
• Trim outer leaves as needed to maintain shape
• Pair with smaller foreground plants for depth

🔗 Explore More

Looking for more beginner plants? Check out Cryptocoryne wendtii ‘Brown’ or browse our Live Aquarium Plants Collection.

🔍 Frequently Asked Questions

Is Echinodorus bleheri beginner-friendly?
Yes, it is one of the easiest and most popular aquarium plants for beginners.

Does it need CO₂?
No, it grows well without CO₂.

How big does it get?
It can grow 12–20 inches tall depending on tank conditions.

Why are my leaves turning yellow?
This may indicate a nutrient deficiency. Adding root tabs can help.