Amazon Sword (Echinodorus amazonicus) – Aquarium Tube Plant

The Amazon Sword is one of the most iconic freshwater plants, known for its tall, sword-shaped leaves and lush green color. With the ability to reach up to 20 inches in height, it’s best suited as a background plant in medium to large aquariums, where it creates a natural and vibrant backdrop.

This plant grows at a steady pace and thrives with nutrient-rich substrate, regular supplements, and moderate to high lighting (2+ watts per gallon). While hardy, it does best in stable, well-maintained aquariums. Avoid keeping Amazon Swords with goldfish or larger cichlids, as they may damage the leaves.

• Care Level: Moderate

• Lighting: Moderate–high

• Placement: Background (20"+ tall in large tanks)

• Growth Rate: Steady, slow to moderate

• Compatibility: Great for community aquariums; avoid plant-eating fish

👉 In short: A striking background plant that brings a natural, jungle-like feel to freshwater tanks when given the right conditions.