Amazon sword / Echinodorus
Echinodorus bleheri
Also called Mini sword / dwarf sword / large sword
Essential gear
- Aquasoil or nutrient substrate
- Tweezers
- Medium-low lighting
- Scissors
Lighting
Low–moderate
CO2
Optional
Water temperature
22–28°C
Placement
Midground or background
Choose placement by variety size
Growth
Slow–moderate
Once settled, sends new leaves from the crown
Hardness
Soft to medium-hard
Adequate root fertilizer matters more than perfect water chemistry
Suggested habitat
Plant with roots buried in mid–background, leaving room for leaves to spread. Large varieties work as solo focal plants; dwarf varieties can accent in small groups.
Plates are husbandry references—not build plans or generator parameters. Check your own water, vessel, and stocking before you act.