πΏ Echinodorus Bleheri Amazon Sword - Lush Freshwater Aquarium Plant
Add vibrant greenery to your aquarium with the Echinodorus Bleheri, also known as the Amazon Sword. This hardy, fast-growing plant is a favorite among aquarists for its ability to create a lush, jungle-like aquascape. Perfect for beginners and experienced aquascapers alike, it provides shelter for fish and enhances water quality.
Echinodorus Bleheri Quick Facts
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| π Origin | South America |
| π Size | 12 - 24 inches |
| π‘ Lighting | Moderate to high |
| π‘οΈ Temperature | 72Β°F - 82Β°F (22Β°C - 28Β°C) |
| π§ pH Range | 6.5 - 7.5 |
| π¨ Color | Bright green, long sword-like leaves |
| πͺ΄ Position in Tank | Background |
| π Difficulty | Beginner-friendly (easy to moderate) |
| π Compatibility | Betta fish, Neocaridina/Caridina shrimp, snails, community fish |
Why Choose Echinodorus Bleheri?
- βοΈ Fast-growing and full-bodied β Provides excellent coverage and shelter for fish.
- βοΈ Oxygenates water β Absorbs excess nutrients, helping to prevent algae growth.
- βοΈ Versatile for aquascaping β Great for creating natural-looking backgrounds.
- βοΈ Hardy and adaptable β Thrives in a variety of freshwater conditions.
How to Care for Echinodorus Bleheri
Care Tips
- Lighting: Prefers moderate to high lighting to maintain vibrant leaf growth.
- Placement: Best suited as a background plant due to its tall and dense foliage.
- Substrate: Grows best in nutrient-rich substrate; root tabs help encourage faster growth.
- Fertilizer: Regular root fertilization and occasional liquid fertilizer support healthy leaves.
- Maintenance: Trim older or damaged leaves to keep the plant looking fresh and promote new growth.
Propagation Steps
- Wait for Runners: Mature plants produce side shoots or runners.
- Separate the Baby Plants: Once the plantlets have roots, carefully remove them from the main plant.
- Replant: Place new plantlets into the substrate and allow them to establish in the tank.




