Sword Plants for Sale — Nursery-Grown Echinodorus for Freshwater Aquariums
Quinn’s Fins carries a comprehensive selection of sword plants for sale — nursery-grown Echinodorus species and cultivars suited for foreground, midground, and background planting in freshwater aquariums of all sizes. Sword plants are among the most beginner-friendly and visually impactful aquarium plants available — heavy root feeders that reward good substrate and fertilization with fast, lush growth. No CO2 required.
Sword Plants Available
- Rangeri Sword (Echinodorus argentinensis) — one of the fastest-growing sword plants; broad lance-shaped leaves reaching 12–18″
- Vesuvius Sword (Echinodorus ‘Vesuvius’) — dramatically twisted spiraling narrow leaves; a unique midground focal point
- Ruffle Sword (Echinodorus martii) — deeply ruffled undulated leaf edges; a long-time planted tank classic
- Rosette Sword (Echinodorus parviflorus) — compact 2–6″ hammered-texture foreground to midground sword
- Ozelot Green Sword (Echinodorus ‘Ozelot’ Green) — bold dark maroon-to-black leopard spot dappling on bright green leaves
- Narrowleaf Chain Sword (Echinodorus tenellus) — fine-textured carpeting sword plant; spreads via runners into a foreground lawn
Care Summary
All sword plants are heavy root feeders — nutrient-rich substrate or root tabs are essential. Moderate to high lighting produces the strongest growth. No CO2 required, though CO2 supplementation accelerates growth and leaf size. Never bury the crown above the substrate surface. Fish and shrimp safe.
