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Echinodorus grisebachii (Echinodorus grisebachii)

Echinodorus grisebachii, commonly known as Amazon Sword, is a popular aquatic plant prized for its large, lance-shaped leaves and ease of care in aquariums.

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Sunlight

Prefers bright indirect light. Avoid direct sun to prevent algae growth and leaf scorching.

Watering

Keep substrate consistently moist to waterlogged. For submerged plants, ensure aquarium water is clean and stable.

Soil

Rich, nutrient-dense substrate is preferred. Sand or gravel with root tabs works well.

Temperature

Thrives in warm conditions, ideal for tropical aquariums.

Habitat

Aquatic, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Benefits from nutrient-rich substrate and regular fertilization, especially root tabs.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers bright indirect light. Avoid direct sun to prevent algae growth and leaf scorching.

Aquarium lighting or bright window.

Water

Keep substrate consistently moist to waterlogged. For submerged plants, ensure aquarium water is clean and stable.

Soil

Rich, nutrient-dense substrate is preferred. Sand or gravel with root tabs works well.

Temperature

Thrives in warm conditions, ideal for tropical aquariums.

22-28 °C

Habitat

Aquatic, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Benefits from nutrient-rich substrate and regular fertilization, especially root tabs.

Use aquarium-safe fertilizers.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Aquatic

Plant Category

Foliage, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Pot, Ground

Plant Environment

Aquatic, Indoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.3-0.6 m

Spread

0.3-0.6 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

1-2 cm

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Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderAlismatales
  • familyAlismataceae
  • genusEchinodorus
  • speciesEchinodorus grisebachii
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

Additional Care Tips

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