Echinodorus 'Ozelot Green' Sword - Potted

Echinodorus ‘Ozelot Green’ Sword – Potted is a stunning Amazon sword variety with vibrant green leaves covered in dark blotches and markings, perfect as a bold midground or background feature in planted aquariums. Sold as a potted Echinodorus ‘Ozelot Green’ Sword – Potted, it thrives in moderate light with a nutrient‑rich substrate and adds instant texture and colour to community and discus tanks.

Why Choose Echinodorus ‘Ozelot Green’ Sword – Potted

• A striking Amazon sword with vibrant green leaves and dark blotches
• A midground or background feature plant that fills space and adds texture
• A hardy, easy sword that works well in community and discus setups
• A potted plant that’s simple to position and establish in the substrate

Care Requirements for Echinodorus ‘Ozelot Green’ Sword – Potted

• Lighting: Moderate light is ideal. Too low and growth will slow; good light helps maintain strong colour and patterning.
• Substrate: Prefers a nutrient‑rich substrate. In sand or gravel, use root tabs, as Echinodorus are heavy root feeders.
• Fertilisation: Regular root fertiliser is recommended; a quality liquid fertiliser supports overall health and leaf colour.
• CO₂: Not essential, but CO₂ will improve growth and density in high‑energy planted tanks.
• Water parameters: Well suited to typical community and discus conditions – soft to medium‑hard water, slightly acidic to neutral pH.

Aquascaping & Planting Tips for Echinodorus ‘Ozelot Green’ Sword – Potted

1. Gently remove the plant from the pot and carefully peel away the rockwool from the roots.
2. Trim any damaged roots and remove any melting or older leaves.
3. Plant Echinodorus ‘Ozelot Green’ Sword – Potted into the substrate so the crown (growing point) sits just above the substrate, not buried.
4. Position it as a midground feature in larger tanks or a background plant in smaller aquariums, leaving space for the rosette to spread.