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Echinodorus africanus

Robust African sword with broad, paddle-shaped leaves

Robust African sword with broad, paddle-shaped leaves

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    Quick Facts

    Common name: Uruguay Swordplant

    Origin: Cultivated

    Position in Aquarium: Mid/background

    Grows up to (cm): 40 cm

    Pot Size: 5 cm

    Growth rate: Medium pace

    Description

    Echinodorus africanus is a large, robust sword plant producing broad, paddle-shaped leaves in a rich deep green. The wide, rounded leaf blades give it a bolder, heavier visual presence than many other sword species — it commands attention as a background plant in larger aquariums without relying on colour to do so.

    Medium light, no CO2 required, and planted in substrate with root tabs for best results. Echinodorus are heavy root feeders — good substrate nutrition matters more than liquid fertilisation. Growth is reliable and steady once established.

    Plant in the background. Daughter plants form on flower stems and can be detached and replanted once they have developed 3–4 leaves and visible roots.

    Plant Sizes

    You’ll receive a healthy, rooted plant in a pot, similar to those shown. Each one is hand-checked before dispatch.

    Shipping

    Same-day dispatch on orders placed before 4pm, Monday to Friday. Tracked 24 Service from £4.99, DPD Express from £6.99.

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    • 5 stars: 3 (75%)
    • 4 stars: 0 (0%)
    • 3 stars: 1 (25%)
    • 2 stars: 0 (0%)
    • 1 star: 0 (0%)
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    Tunde K. (Bristol, GB)
    Amazing

    Thank u my order ready today and everything plants just beautiful thank u so much
    I like so much 💗I will shopping in the future only here
    Well done
    Tuncy

    J
    Jerome D.
    Review

    This grows quite tall and has really thrived in my non CO2 tank with plenty of new leaf growth.

    R
    Richard S.
    Review

    Very nice plant, looks great at the back of my tank. However it came with some brown areas on some of the leaves which aren’t going away, this may be because it was delivered on a cold day.

    C
    Caroline E.
    Review

    Lovely plant. Split into 3. Very healthy.

    Product FAQs

    Helpful details before you buy.

    Does it need CO2?

    No — Echinodorus grows well without CO2. Root tabs near the roots are far more important than CO2 supplementation.

    How do I fertilise it?

    Use root tabs placed near the base of the plant. Echinodorus are heavy root feeders — substrate nutrition is more effective than liquid fertiliser.

    How large does it get?

    A large species — the broad leaves can reach 30–50cm depending on conditions. Background positioning in most aquariums.

    How do I propagate it?

    Daughter plants form on flower stems above the waterline. Detach once they have 3–4 leaves and visible roots, then replant.

    Where should I position it?

    Background in most aquariums — the broad, wide leaves need space to display properly.

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    Echinodorus africanus

    Robust African sword with broad, paddle-shaped leaves

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    Easy care Medium light CO2 not required Background plant
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    About this plant

    Echinodorus africanus is a large, robust sword plant producing broad, paddle-shaped leaves in a rich deep green. The wide, rounded leaf blades give it a bolder, heavier visual presence than many other sword species — it commands attention as a background plant in larger aquariums without relying on colour to do so.

    Medium light, no CO2 required, and planted in substrate with root tabs for best results. Echinodorus are heavy root feeders — good substrate nutrition matters more than liquid fertilisation. Growth is reliable and steady once established.

    Plant in the background. Daughter plants form on flower stems and can be detached and replanted once they have developed 3–4 leaves and visible roots.

    Preparing a potted plant

    Gently remove the pot and growing wool, then follow the planting advice for this species.

    Potted plant care guide
    Delivery & live plant guarantee

    Orders placed before 4pm Monday–Friday normally dispatch the same working day. Special-order items leave once all items are available.

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    • 5 stars: 3 (75%)
    • 4 stars: 0 (0%)
    • 3 stars: 1 (25%)
    • 2 stars: 0 (0%)
    • 1 star: 0 (0%)
    T
    Tunde K. (Bristol, GB)
    Amazing

    Thank u my order ready today and everything plants just beautiful thank u so much
    I like so much 💗I will shopping in the future only here
    Well done
    Tuncy

    J
    Jerome D.
    Review

    This grows quite tall and has really thrived in my non CO2 tank with plenty of new leaf growth.

    R
    Richard S.
    Review

    Very nice plant, looks great at the back of my tank. However it came with some brown areas on some of the leaves which aren’t going away, this may be because it was delivered on a cold day.

    C
    Caroline E.
    Review

    Lovely plant. Split into 3. Very healthy.

    Product FAQs

    Does it need CO2?

    No — Echinodorus grows well without CO2. Root tabs near the roots are far more important than CO2 supplementation.

    How do I fertilise it?

    Use root tabs placed near the base of the plant. Echinodorus are heavy root feeders — substrate nutrition is more effective than liquid fertiliser.

    How large does it get?

    A large species — the broad leaves can reach 30–50cm depending on conditions. Background positioning in most aquariums.

    How do I propagate it?

    Daughter plants form on flower stems above the waterline. Detach once they have 3–4 leaves and visible roots, then replant.

    Where should I position it?

    Background in most aquariums — the broad, wide leaves need space to display properly.