Red Diamond Sword – Echinodorus ‘Red Diamond’ Aquarium Plant

Red Diamond Sword – Echinodorus ‘Red Diamond’ Aquarium Plant

The Red Diamond Sword (Echinodorus ‘Red Diamond’) is a striking Amazon sword hybrid prized for its deep ruby-red to burgundy foliage. This eye-catching plant serves as a bold centerpiece or background plant in freshwater planted aquariums, adding rich color contrast against green plants.

Known for its hardiness and adaptability, Red Diamond Sword is suitable for both beginner and experienced aquarists. While coloration intensifies under higher light and proper nutrition, it performs well in low- to medium-tech planted tanks.

Key Features

✔ Intense red to ruby-colored leaves
✔ Hybrid Amazon sword cultivar
✔ Excellent centerpiece or background plant
✔ Hardy and beginner-friendly
✔ Strong root system once established

Care Requirements

• Difficulty: Easy
• Growth Rate: Moderate
• Light: Medium (higher light enhances red color)
• CO₂: Not required (optional for faster growth)
• Fertilization: Root tabs highly recommended

🌱 As a heavy root feeder, consistent nutrients are key to vibrant coloration.

Plant Size & Placement

• Height: ~10–16 inches
• Placement: Midground to background
• Spacing: Allow room for rosette growth

Best suited for 20-gallon and larger aquariums.

Water Parameters

• Temperature: 72–82°F
• pH: 6.0–7.5
• Water Type: Freshwater

Stable conditions promote strong roots and deep coloration.

Tank Compatibility

✔ Safe with all freshwater fish
✔ Shrimp and snail safe
✔ Community tank friendly
✔ Suitable for cichlid tanks once established

💡 Strong roots help resist digging fish.

Ideal For

• Planted freshwater aquariums
• Red accent or contrast planting
• Beginner planted tanks
• Amazon-style aquascapes
• Centerpiece sword plant displays

Product Details

• Common Name: Red Diamond Sword
• Scientific Name: Echinodorus ‘Red Diamond’
• Plant Type: Rosette / Sword Plant
• Placement: Midground / Background
• Care Level: Easy

FAQs – Red Diamond Sword

Q: Is Red Diamond Sword good for beginners?
A: Yes. It’s hardy and easy to grow with basic care.

Q: Does it need CO₂ to stay red?
A: No, but CO₂ and higher light will intensify coloration.

Q: Should I use root tabs?
A: Yes. Root tabs greatly improve growth and color.

Q: Will it outgrow my tank?
A: It can grow large—best for medium to large aquariums.

Q: Is it safe with cichlids?
A: Yes, especially once the roots are established.