Amazon Sword Plant - Echinodorus Amazonicus, Large Potted

Create a lush, jungle-style backdrop in your aquarium with the Amazon Sword Plant (Echinodorus Amazonicus), one of the most popular background plants in the hobby thanks to its broad, sword-shaped leaves and vigorous, full growth. Each large potted specimen arrives well-rooted and ready to anchor your tank's background or midground with instant impact.

Why Aquascapers Love It

• Bold, broad leaves: Wide, sword-like green foliage that creates a dense, natural jungle look and contrasts beautifully with fine-leaved plants
• Fast, full growth: Vigorous grower that quickly fills out as a striking background or midground centerpiece
• Root feeder: Draws nutrients through its strong root system, making it an excellent match for nutrient-rich substrates
• Beginner friendly: Adapts well to a wide range of lighting and water conditions, forgiving for new aquarists
• Natural shelter: Dense leaf canopy provides shade and cover for fish and shrimp

Care at a Glance

• Plant the crown at substrate level, keeping the root base just covered without burying the crown
• Grows well under low to high light; nutrient-rich substrate or root tabs support best growth
• Comfortable in a wide temperature and pH range, suiting most freshwater community tanks
• Trim outer leaves as needed to control size and maintain a tidy background

Whether you're setting up a large community tank or want a dramatic natural backdrop, the Amazon Sword Plant delivers reliable, lush greenery that keeps growing. Each large potted plant is inspected before packing to arrive healthy and ready to plant.