Echinodorus 'Fancy Twist' Sword - Potted

Name: Echinodorus 'Fancy Twist' Sword - Potted
Brand: Aquarium Haven & Brisbane Discus
SKU: PLANT-EAFTP
Price: 18.0 AUD
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Echinodorus ‘Fancy Twist’ Sword – Potted is a colourful Amazon sword variety with leaves ranging from bright green to deep blood red, creating a dramatic focal point in planted aquariums. Sold as a potted Echinodorus ‘Fancy Twist’ Sword – Potted, this heavy root‑feeding plant is easy and undemanding, perfect as a midground or background feature in larger community and discus tanks.

Echinodorus ‘Fancy Twist’ Sword – Potted is a popular Amazon sword cultivar known for its twisted, upright leaves and striking colour range from bright green through orange to rich blood red. As it matures, Echinodorus ‘Fancy Twist’ Sword – Potted forms a bold rosette that instantly draws the eye and adds height, texture and colour contrast to your aquascape.

Like other Echinodorus, this variety is a heavy root feeder and thrives when planted directly into the substrate with good access to nutrients. It can be grown both emersed and submerged, and in strong conditions new leaves often reach the surface and may grow above the water line, giving extra vertical interest in larger tanks.

Why Choose Echinodorus ‘Fancy Twist’ Sword – Potted

Echinodorus ‘Fancy Twist’ Sword – Potted is a great choice if you want:

A colourful Amazon sword with leaves from green to blood red
A twisted, upright leaf shape that stands out as a feature plant
A hardy, easy and undemanding sword for larger aquariums
A potted plant that’s simple to place and establish in the substrate

Its size and colour make Echinodorus ‘Fancy Twist’ Sword – Potted ideal as a midground or background centrepiece in community and discus setups.

Care Requirements for Echinodorus ‘Fancy Twist’ Sword – Potted

To keep Echinodorus ‘Fancy Twist’ Sword – Potted looking its best:

Lighting: Low to medium‑high light. Stronger light usually brings out deeper red tones in the foliage.
Substrate: Plant directly into the substrate. Use a nutrient‑rich substrate or add root tabs, especially in sand or gravel, as Echinodorus are heavy root feeders.
Fertilisation: Regular root fertiliser is recommended; a good liquid fertiliser will support healthy growth and colour.
CO₂: Not essential, but CO₂ will enhance growth and leaf size in high‑energy planted tanks.
Water parameters: Suits typical community and discus conditions – soft to medium‑hard water, slightly acidic to neutral pH.

Overall, Echinodorus ‘Fancy Twist’ Sword – Potted is easy and undemanding, making it a great choice for aquarists who want a showpiece plant without complicated care.

Planting Tips for Echinodorus ‘Fancy Twist’ Sword – Potted

To plant Echinodorus ‘Fancy Twist’ Sword – Potted:

Gently remove the plant from its pot and carefully peel away the rockwool from the roots.
Trim any damaged roots and remove any melting or older leaves.
Plant Echinodorus ‘Fancy Twist’ Sword – Potted into the substrate so the crown (growing point) sits just above the substrate, not buried.
Position it as a background plant in medium to large tanks or a tall midground feature where it has space to spread and send leaves upward.