Amazon SwordEchinodorus ‘Red Pearl’is a striking freshwater aquarium plant valued for its broad green leaves accented with natural red speckling and veins. This unique sword variety adds bold visual contrast and works beautifully as a midground or background focal plant in planted aquariums.
Its hardy nature and slow, steady growth make it suitable for both beginner and experienced aquarists seeking a statement plant with minimal maintenance.
Key Features
Broad Decorative Leaves
Large oval leaves with red mottled patterns create a bold centerpiece effect.
Slow & Controlled Growth
Maintains its shape without aggressive spreading.
Heavy Root Feeder
Performs best in nutrient-rich substrates with strong root systems.
Freshwater Versatility
Suitable for most planted community aquariums.
Visual Focal Point
Adds depth and structure to aquascapes.
Benefits
Amazon Sword ‘Red Pearl’ enhances aquariums by introducing strong structure and natural contrast. Its wide leaves provide shelter for fish and fry while supporting nutrient uptake in planted tanks. Once established, it becomes a long-lasting and stable feature within the aquascape.
Product Specifications
• Scientific/Common name: Echinodorus ‘Red Pearl’ / Red Pearl Amazon Sword
• Plant type: Live freshwater aquarium plant
• Growth rate: Slow to moderate
• Lighting requirements: Medium to high
• Placement: Midground to background
• Difficulty level: Easy
• Tank type: Freshwater planted aquariums
Care Guide
Lighting
Medium to high lighting promotes healthier growth and stronger red coloration.
Water
• Temperature: 72–83°F (22–28°C)
• pH: 6.0–7.5
• Soft to moderately hard water preferred
Substrate
Nutrient-rich substrate strongly recommended.
CO₂
Not required, but optional CO₂ may improve growth speed and leaf size.
Maintenance
Remove older outer leaves as needed. Growth remains slow and controlled.
Planting Instructions
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Rinse roots gently before planting
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Insert roots into substrate
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Keep the crown above the substrate
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Leave space around the plant for expansion
Perfect For
• Medium and large aquariums
• Midground and background placement
• Community planted tanks
• Aquascapes needing a bold focal plant
• Low-tech and high-tech setups
Why Choose Amazon Sword ‘Red Pearl’?
• Rare red-pattern sword variety
• Very hardy and beginner-friendly
• Long-lasting centerpiece plant
• Excellent shelter for fish
• Minimal trimming required
Important Notes
These will be a plant of our choice based on current availability and health.
Live aquarium plants naturally vary in size, shape, and coloration. Red intensity depends on lighting, nutrients, and tank conditions. Some leaf melt may occur during acclimation. Images are for reference only and may not represent the exact plant received.
Disclaimer
Product images are for reference only. Live plants are natural organisms and will vary in appearance, size, and color depending on growth conditions, season, and environment.
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