Echinodorus Grisebachii (Amazon Sword)
Echinodorus Grisebachii (Amazon Sword) - S is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Standard Shipping: Aquarium Plants are typically dispatched within 1 business day. Delivery times vary based on the destination. We do not ship live plants on Friday, unless specifically requested.
- Urban Areas: 1-3 business days
- Rural Areas: 2-5 business days
- Courier Services Used: NZ Post, NZ Couriers, Post Haste
Free shipping is available for New Zealand customers with a minimum purchase of $150.00.
- Non-Rural Addresses Only: This offer applies only to non-rural addresses.
- Exclusions: Bulky items such as aquariums are excluded from the free shipping offer.
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- All live plants are guaranteed to arrive alive and healthy.
- If your plants arrive damaged, melted, or in poor condition, we’ll replace or refund them — no hassle.
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Please Note
- The guarantee applies only to the initial delivery.
- Once the plants have been removed from their original packaging or planted into your aquarium, the guarantee no longer applies.
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We genuinely want your aquascape to thrive — and we’ll always do our best to make things right if something goes wrong.
Echinodorus Grisebachii (Amazon Sword)
The Amazon Sword (Echinodorus grisebachii) is one of the most iconic and widely used plants in freshwater aquariums. Known for its large, sword-shaped leaves, this hardy rosette plant brings a bold, lush presence to any aquascape—especially when used as a background plant in medium to large aquariums.
Easy to care for and fast-growing under the right conditions, the Amazon Sword thrives in a nutrient-rich substrate and benefits from regular root feeding. It can grow up to 50 cm tall, providing excellent cover for fish and creating a natural-looking backdrop.
Whether you're building a South American biotope or simply want a plant that grows reliably and looks great, Echinodorus grisebachii is a tried-and-true choice for beginners and experienced aquarists alike.
Key Features
- Iconic Aquascaping Plant: One of the most recognizable and widely used aquarium plants
- Broad, Lush Leaves: Adds depth and density to the background of your tank
- Fast Growing: Quick to establish in nutrient-rich setups
- Easy to Maintain: Suitable for both beginner and advanced aquarists
- Natural Shelter: Offers great hiding spots for fish and shrimp
Care Instructions
- Lighting: Moderate to high for optimal growth and size
- CO₂: Not essential, but CO₂ injection promotes faster, fuller growth
- Nutrients: Heavy root feeder—use a nutrient-rich substrate or supplement with root tabs
- Placement: Background
- Temperature: 22°C – 28°C
- pH: 6.5 – 7.5
- Hardness: Soft to moderately hard water
- Growth Rate: Moderate to fast
- Tank Compatibility: Excellent for community tanks and larger aquascapes
Difficulty: Beginner
Lighting Demand: Medium
CO₂: Low
Growth Rate: Moderate
NZ Rarity: Common
Colour: Green
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