Aquarium Plant Amazon Sword for Tanks, Hardy Echinodorus Growth in Gravel with Light and Iron Fertilizer

Give your aquarium a leafy focal point with the Amazon Sword, a hardy marsh plant that grows both emersed and submersed.

Its broad growth suits aquascapes using common aquarium gravel, while the available size choices make it easier to match your tank.

Plan for direct light and iron fertilizer so the plant can establish and grow in a stable setup.

Key Features

• Marsh growth habit: The plant grows emersed or submersed, giving aquarists flexibility when arranging or transitioning a setup.
• Gravel compatible: It can grow in common aquarium gravel, making it practical for many established tank substrates.
• Light and iron feeding: A few hours of direct light plus iron fertilizer provides the care conditions stated for healthy growth.
• Hardy temperature range: It can handle water temperatures from 70 to 80 degrees, supporting typical tropical aquarium routines.
• Large mature form: The Amazon Sword can reach up to 20 inches, creating substantial background coverage as it develops.

Specifications

• Scientific name: ECHINODORUS amazonicus
• Temperature tolerance: 70–80 degrees
• pH limit: Will not handle pH above 7.5
• Maximum size: 20 inches
• Food: Good lighting and iron fertilizer
• Shipping size options: Small (3–4 inches), Medium (6–9 inches), Large (10–14 inches), Extra Large (approximately 18 inches)

Choose the size that fits your aquascape, plant it in aquarium gravel, and provide the stated light, iron fertilizer, temperature range and pH conditions for a steady start.