{"product_id":"live-aquarium-plant-amazon-sword-for-lush-background-coverage-and-easy-care-in-larger-planted-tanks","title":"Live Aquarium Plant: Amazon Sword for Lush Background Coverage and Easy Care in Larger Planted Tanks","description":"\u003cp\u003eGive the background of a larger planted aquarium lush green coverage with an Amazon Sword. Echinodorus bleheri grows as a rosette of long, slightly wavy leaves, creating a substantial focal point while filling open space behind shorter plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis hardy, easy-care aquatic plant is a practical choice for aquarists who want strong growth without required CO2 injection. Plant it in nutrient-dense substrate, keep conditions stable, and prune older leaves or side shoots when its broad growth begins shading nearby plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts long, ovoid green leaves have pointed tips and prominent veins, bringing natural texture and height to an aquascape background.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe easy care level makes routine upkeep approachable, while moderate light supports dependable growth in a planted aquarium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCO2 injection is not necessary, simplifying the setup, though added CO2 and quality aquarium soil can encourage better growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast growth and adventitious side shoots make propagation straightforward: trim the shoots and replant them in the substrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis large-growing sword suits roomier aquariums; regular pruning controls its spread and prevents its leaves from restricting light to neighboring plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt can grow either submersed or emersed, giving aquarists flexibility for different planted setups; emersed growth may produce white flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommon name: Amazon Sword\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBotanical name: Echinodorus bleheri\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFamily: Alismataceae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: South America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: 4–20 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epH range: 6.5–7.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCare level: Easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight: Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCO2: Not necessary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth rate: Fast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePropagation: Adventitious shoots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable options: Pot, 3 Pot Package, or 5 Pot Package\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eRemove the plant from its pot and carefully clear the cotton from its roots before planting it in quality substrate. Avoid drastic aquarium changes, as unstable parameters can cause plant melt and rotting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buce Plant","offers":[{"title":"Pot","offer_id":44656763666535,"sku":"SHP-3069-722835","price":23.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 Pot Package","offer_id":44656763699303,"sku":"SHP-3069-912F6F","price":38.51,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 Pot Package","offer_id":44656763732071,"sku":"SHP-3069-84ED80","price":48.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/6209\/8279\/files\/9362933069-main-001.jpg?v=1789753175","url":"https:\/\/cozypawwear.com\/products\/live-aquarium-plant-amazon-sword-for-lush-background-coverage-and-easy-care-in-larger-planted-tanks","provider":"CozyPaw Wear","version":"1.0","type":"link"}