Bleheri Sword Echinodorus Bleheri

Echinodorus bleheri, the Amazon Sword, is one of the most iconic and widely loved aquarium plants in the hobby. Native to the Amazon basin of South America, it produces broad, lance-shaped, bright green leaves that form a lush, full rosette — creating an instantly recognisable, classic planted aquarium look that has graced fish tanks around the world for decades. Undemanding, vigorous, and forgiving, it thrives across a wide range of water conditions and light levels, making it the perfect choice for beginners and experienced aquascapers alike. A true staple of the planted aquarium that earns its place in virtually any tank.

Propagation: Produces adventitious plantlets on flower stems. Allow plantlets to develop 2–3 leaves and roots before separating from the mother plant.

Care Guide

• Origin: Amazon basin, South America
• Light: Low to High
• Water Parameters: pH 6.0–7.5 | Temp 22–28°C | Soft to moderately hard water
• CO2 Required: No (benefits from CO2)
• Fertiliser: Root tabs recommended; liquid fertiliser beneficial
• Placement: Midground to Background
• Skill Level: Beginner
• Max Size: 30–60cm