Live Aquarium Plant, Marble Queen Sword for Freshwater Midground or Background Aquascape Layouts

Marble Queen Sword is a live freshwater aquarium plant with large, heart-shaped leaves patterned in green and creamy white. Its distinctive variegated foliage adds brightness, contrast, height, and texture to planted aquascapes.

Hardy, adaptable, and beginner-friendly, this Echinodorus cordifolius variety suits aquarists seeking dramatic foliage without complicated care. It grows into a lush statement plant for midground or background placement in freshwater aquariums.

Key Features

• Broad marbled leaves create a bold focal point and bring natural movement to the aquarium.
• Dense foliage provides shelter and resting areas for fish, shrimp, and other aquatic life.
• The large leaf surface helps absorb excess nutrients, supporting water quality and helping reduce algae growth.
• Moderate to high lighting supports the best coloration, while supplemental CO₂ is not required.
• Easy maintenance: trim older leaves to encourage fresh growth.

Specifications

• Scientific name: Echinodorus cordifolius.
• Water temperature: 72–82°F (22–28°C).
• Growth rate: Moderate. Maintenance level: Easy.
• Placement: Midground to background. A nutrient-rich substrate is recommended.
• Planting: Rinse the roots gently, plant them in the substrate, and keep the crown above the substrate. Leave space for the plant to spread.
• Sizes include Rooted In 2" Pot, Large 10+ Inches, Medium 5-8 Inches, and Small 3-5 Inches.
• Leaf patterns vary naturally. The plant grows larger over time and may shed older leaves during initial adjustment.

Add this richly patterned sword plant to a natural planted aquarium or large community tank. If it arrives damaged or unhealthy, contact the seller within two hours of delivery and include photos under the Live Arrival Guarantee for a replacement or refund.