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Amazon Sword
Echinodorus grisebachii
Care profile for Amazon Sword: medium light, low CO₂, beginner difficulty.
Care Parameters
Light
Medium
CO₂
Low
Growth
Medium
Difficulty
Beginner
Placement
Midground
Temperature
22–28°C
pH
6.5–7.5
Propagation
Runners; remove daughter plants once they have roots.
Suitable Equipment
4
Common Problems
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Hair Algae
Long green strands coat plants, hardscape and glass. Common in young or bright tanks.
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Staghorn Algae
Grey-green branching tufts shaped like antlers on plant tips and filter outlets.
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Plant Nutrient Deficiency
Leaves yellow, develop pinholes or new growth looks twisted and stunted.
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