🌿 Echinodorus Cordifolius 'Marble Queen' – Striking Variegated Amazon Sword

Echinodorus Cordifolius 'Marble Queen' is a stunning aquarium plant known for its broad, marbled green-and-cream leaves that bring an elegant and natural look to aquascapes. This variety of Amazon Sword is both decorative and hardy, making it a favorite for aquarists who want a showpiece plant that’s easy to grow and maintain.

🌟 Key Features:

• Scientific Name: Echinodorus cordifolius 'Marble Queen'

• Common Name: Marble Queen Amazon Sword

• Striking Variegation: Unique marbled cream and green leaves add visual depth and contrast.

• Easy to Grow: Hardy and adaptable, making it suitable for beginner to advanced aquarists.

• Great Centerpiece Plant: Its tall, broad leaves create a lush, focal-point effect in medium to large aquariums.

🌱 Growth & Propagation:

• Lighting Needs: Low to moderate light; higher light enhances coloration.

• CO₂ & Fertilizers: CO₂ not required but enhances growth; root tabs recommended for best results.

• Growth Method: Submersed or emersed.

• Nutrient Substrate: Required – thrives when rooted in nutrient-rich substrate.

• Can Be Grown Emersed: Yes, suitable for paludariums and humid terrarium setups.

🖼️ Aquascaping Benefits:

• Creates a bold, natural background or midground display.

• Provides shade and shelter for fish, shrimp, and other aquatic life.

• Pairs beautifully with carpeting plants and colorful stem species for contrast.

📦 What You’ll Receive:

Sold as loose bare-root plants, rooted bunched, or rooted potted plants:

• Loose Bare-Root Plants: Approximately 1–2 loose, bare-root plants for flexible planting.

• Rooted Bunched: Approximately 1–2 plants, bundled with foam and a plant weight.

• Rooted Potted: Approximately 1–2 plants, potted in rock wool and a net pot for secure placement.

⚠️ Disclaimer:

Like all Amazon Swords, the Marble Queen may undergo a brief adjustment period after planting. Some leaves may melt back, but healthy roots will quickly sprout new growth once established.

🚫 State Restrictions Notice ♻️ Be a Responsible Aquatic Plants Owner.

Certain aquatic plants may be restricted or regulated in some U.S. states. Always check your local and state regulations before purchasing or introducing plants into natural waterways. Never release aquarium plants into the wild.