Echinodorus bleheri – Amazon Sword Plant

🌿 Echinodorus bleheri – Amazon Sword Plant

The Amazon Sword Plant (Echinodorus bleheri) is one of the most popular and hardy aquarium plants. With its large, broad green leaves, it makes a perfect background centerpiece in freshwater tanks. Known for its adaptability, the Amazon Sword grows well in a wide range of conditions and provides excellent cover for fish and shrimp. Its impressive size and lush appearance make it a favorite for aquascaping and community aquariums.

Care Information

• Care Level: Easy
• Lighting: Low to Medium
• CO₂: Not required but enhances growth and leaf size
• Growth Rate: Moderate to Fast
• Placement: Background
• Temperature: 72–82°F (22–28°C)
• pH: 6.5–7.5
• Substrate: Nutrient-rich substrate recommended

Benefits

• Large, leafy plant creates a lush background wall
• Provides shelter and hiding spaces for fish and fry
• Excellent for community tanks and planted aquascapes
• Hardy and adaptable, great for beginners
• Helps improve water quality by absorbing excess nutrients

❓ FAQ

Q: How large does the Amazon Sword get?
A: It can reach 12–20 inches tall, making it ideal for medium to large aquariums.

Q: Does it need special substrate?
A: A nutrient-rich substrate or root tabs are recommended for best growth.

Q: Is it safe for shrimp tanks?
A: Yes, shrimp and fry benefit from the shelter of its large leaves.

Q: Can it be grown emersed?
A: Yes, Amazon Swords can also grow emersed in paludariums.