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    Amazon Sword Echinodorus Amazonicus

    Amazon Sword Echinodorus Amazonicus

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    Regular price $9.99 USD
    Regular price Sale price $9.99 USD
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    Product Parameters

    ๐ŸŒฟ Water Parameters for Echinodorus Plant

    • ๐ŸŒก๏ธ Temperature: 22ยฐC - 28ยฐC (72ยฐF - 82ยฐF)
    • โš–๏ธ pH Level: 6.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
    • ๐Ÿ’ง Water Hardness (GH): 3 - 12 dGH (soft to moderately hard)
    • ๐Ÿž๏ธ Carbonate Hardness (KH): 2 - 8 dKH
    • โ˜€๏ธ Lighting: Moderate to high (6-10 hours daily)
    • ๐ŸŒฑ Substrate: Nutrient-rich (preferably soil or nutrient-enriched gravel)
    • ๐Ÿ’จ CO2 Requirement: Optional but enhances growth
    • ๐Ÿงช Fertilization: Root tabs and liquid fertilizers for better growth
    • ๐ŸŒŠ Water Flow: Low to moderate (prefers stable water conditions)
    • ๐Ÿ  Tank Size: Suitable for medium to large aquariums

    Direction

    ๐Ÿ“ฆ Unpack Carefully: Gently remove the plant from its packaging to avoid damaging the roots or leaves.

    ๐Ÿงผ Rinse Thoroughly: Rinse the plant with dechlorinated or aquarium water to remove any debris or contaminants.

    ๐ŸŒก๏ธ Temperature Match: Float the plant in a bag or container in your aquarium for 15-20 minutes to equalize temperatures.

    ๐Ÿงช Water Test: Check your aquariumโ€™s pH, temperature, and hardness to ensure compatibility with the Echinodorus plant's requirements.

    ๐Ÿ’ฆ Quarantine Option: If possible, place the plant in a separate tank for a few days to monitor for pests, snails, or algae.

    ๐Ÿชด Proper Planting: Bury the roots in a nutrient-rich substrate, ensuring the crown remains above the substrate to prevent rot.

    ๐Ÿ’ก Gradual Light Exposure: Start with moderate lighting and gradually increase to prevent shock or algae growth.

    ๐ŸŒŠ Monitor Water Flow: Ensure a gentle to moderate water flow, as excessive currents may stress the plant.

    ๐Ÿงผ Inspect Regularly: Check for melting leaves, pests, or algae during the first few weeks and trim affected areas if needed.

    ๐ŸŸข First Week Care: Avoid heavy fertilization or CO2 injection immediatelyโ€”let the plant adjust naturally before introducing supplements.

    Grower Pick Product

    ๐ŸŒฟ Grower Pick Echinodorus Plant

    ๐Ÿ–ผ๏ธ Representative Image: The image shown is an example of the Echinodorus plant you may receive.

    ๐ŸŒŸ Handpicked Quality: Each plant is carefully selected based on health, size, and leaf vibrancy.

    ๐Ÿชด Premium Selection: Ensures you get a strong, well-rooted Echinodorus for optimal growth in your aquarium.

    ๐Ÿ’ง Ready to Plant: Cleaned and prepped, ready for immediate placement in your substrate.

    ๐ŸŒŠ Aquarium Ready: Perfect for freshwater tanks, providing natural beauty and oxygenation.

    ๐Ÿ  Great for Tank Mates: Offers shelter and coverage for fish, shrimp, and other aquatic creatures.

    Flat Rate Shipping As Low As $25

    At Tropicflow, we strive to make the shipping process as affordable and convenient as possible for our customers. Our flat rate shipping starts as low as $20, and the more fish you purchase, the more you save on shipping fees. We encourage our customers to combine as many fish as possible in each order to take advantage of these cost-saving opportunities.

    High Quality Product

    At Tropicflow, we take pride in shipping only the highest quality product to our customers. Our fish, plant are carefully selected for their excellent health, vibrant colors, and wide, full tails.

    100% Live Arrive Guarantee

    Tropicflow takes great pride in the quality of our products, and we proudly extend a 100% Live Arrival Guarantee for every shipment we dispatch. In the unfortunate event that any of the livestock or plants in your order do not survive upon arrival, we are dedicated to offering you a full refund in the form of store credit, covering the precise cost of the item, excluding shipping expenses. Your satisfaction is our commitment!

    ๐ŸŒฟ Amazon Sword (Echinodorus Amazonicus) - Lush Freshwater Aquarium Plant

    Create a vibrant underwater landscape with the majestic Amazon Sword (Echinodorus Amazonicus). Known for its broad, sword-like leaves and rapid growth, this plant serves as an excellent background or centerpiece in freshwater aquariums. Its hardy nature and low-maintenance requirements make it an excellent choice for beginners and seasoned aquarists alike.

    Amazon Sword Quick Facts

    Feature Details
    ๐ŸŒ Origin South America
    ๐Ÿ“ Size 12 - 20 inches
    ๐Ÿ’ก Lighting Moderate to high
    ๐ŸŒก๏ธ Temperature 72ยฐF - 82ยฐF (22ยฐC - 28ยฐC)
    ๐Ÿ’ง pH Range 6.5 - 7.5
    ๐ŸŽจ Color Bright green, long sword-like leaves
    ๐Ÿชด Position in Tank Background
    ๐ŸŒŸ Difficulty Beginner-friendly (easy to moderate)
    ๐ŸŸ Compatibility Betta fish, Neocaridina/Caridina shrimp, snails, community fish

    Why Choose Amazon Sword?

    • โœ”๏ธ Lush and full-bodied โ€“ Creates a stunning natural backdrop for aquariums.
    • โœ”๏ธ Oxygenates water โ€“ Improves water quality by absorbing excess nutrients.
    • โœ”๏ธ Provides shelter โ€“ Ideal for fish and shrimp seeking hiding spots.
    • โœ”๏ธ Hardy and adaptable โ€“ Thrives in a variety of freshwater setups.

    How to Care for Amazon Sword

    Care Tips

    • Lighting: Prefers moderate to high lighting for optimal growth.
    • Placement: Best suited as a background or midground plant in large aquariums.
    • Substrate: Thrives in nutrient-rich substrate; root tabs are recommended for extra growth.
    • Fertilizer: Regular root fertilization and liquid fertilizer will enhance leaf vibrancy.
    • Maintenance: Trim older leaves at the base to encourage new growth.

    Propagation Steps

    1. Wait for Runners: The plant naturally produces side shoots or runners.
    2. Separate the Baby Plants: Once the plantlets have roots, carefully cut them from the main plant.
    3. Replant: Place the new plantlets into the substrate and allow them to establish.
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