{"product_id":"5-x-echinodorus-bleheri-amazon-sword-live-aquarium-plants-tropical-tank","title":"5 x Echinodorus Bleheri Amazon Sword Live Aquarium Plants Tropical Tank","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"114\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003eEchinodorus bleheri\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(Syn:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"44\" data-end=\"69\"\u003eEchinodorus grisebachii\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e‘Bleherae’) – Emersed x \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5  | 10–25 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"116\" data-end=\"376\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"116\" data-end=\"139\"\u003eEchinodorus bleheri\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly known as the Amazon Sword, is one of the most popular aquarium plants. It can grow up to 50 cm or more in height, with leaves measuring 3–6 cm in width. Due to its size, it is best suited as a background plant in the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"378\" data-end=\"604\"\u003eA nutrient-rich substrate of at least 10 cm depth is recommended to allow the extensive root system to develop properly. When planting, ensure the roots are well covered (around 5 cm deep) to prevent the plant from floating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"606\" data-end=\"923\"\u003eThis species is a heavy root feeder, so take care when positioning it near other plants, as it may compete strongly for nutrients. While additional CO₂ is not required, supplementation will encourage faster growth and more vigorous leaf production. Strong lighting is not necessary; low to medium light is sufficient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"925\" data-end=\"1268\"\u003eThe plant quickly shows signs of nutrient deficiencies. Yellowing or transparent leaves typically indicate a lack of nutrients, while holes in the leaves often point to macronutrient deficiencies. In such cases, adding root tabs is recommended. Since it primarily feeds through its roots, liquid fertilizers alone are generally not sufficient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1270\" data-end=\"1561\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1270\" data-end=\"1285\"\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEasy\u003cbr data-start=\"1290\" data-end=\"1293\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1293\" data-end=\"1304\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAmerica\u003cbr data-start=\"1312\" data-end=\"1315\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1315\" data-end=\"1337\"\u003eLight requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eLow to High\u003cbr data-start=\"1351\" data-end=\"1354\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1354\" data-end=\"1362\"\u003eCO₂:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNot required, but recommended\u003cbr data-start=\"1415\" data-end=\"1418\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1418\" data-end=\"1434\"\u003eGrowth rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMedium\u003cbr data-start=\"1441\" data-end=\"1444\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1444\" data-end=\"1455\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–50 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"1464\" data-end=\"1467\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1467\" data-end=\"1481\"\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBackground\u003cbr data-start=\"1492\" data-end=\"1495\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1495\" data-end=\"1511\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e20–27°C\u003cbr data-start=\"1519\" data-end=\"1522\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1522\" data-end=\"1529\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e6.0–7.5\u003cbr data-start=\"1537\" data-end=\"1540\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1540\" data-end=\"1555\"\u003eLeaf color:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eGreen\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ashby Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53830359449940,"sku":null,"price":5.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/8981\/9988\/files\/LoosePlants.webp?v=1772289361","url":"https:\/\/ashbyaquatics.co.uk\/products\/5-x-echinodorus-bleheri-amazon-sword-live-aquarium-plants-tropical-tank","provider":"Ashby Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}