Aquarium Plant Care: Echinodorus paniculatus 'Amazon sword'
Echinodorus paniculatus 'Amazon sword', also known as Amazon sword, can be a beautiful addition to your aquarium. Here are some care tips:
- Lighting: Provide moderate to high lighting.
- Water Parameters: Maintain slightly acidic to neutral water conditions (pH 6.0-7.5) and a temperature range of 18-28°C (65-82°F).
- Height: Maximum height of 50cm.
- Growth Rate: Medium.
- Care Level: Easy.
- Placement: Centre.
- Substrate: Use nutrient-rich substrate like aquarium soil mixed with sand.
- Fertilisation: Regularly fertilise with liquid fertilisers or root tabs.
- Pruning: Trim the plant regularly to maintain its shape.
- Propagation: Divide the rhizomes for propagation.
- Water Quality: Perform regular water changes to maintain good water quality.
- Compatibility: Echinodorus paniculatus 'Amazon sword' is generally compatible with most fish species.
- CO2 Injection: Consider CO2 for faster growth.
- Algae Control: Monitor for algae growth and maintain proper balance.