{"product_id":"echinodorus-uruguayensis-tricolour-copy","title":"Echinodorus uruguayensis","description":"\u003ch2 data-end=\"215\" data-start=\"170\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"215\" data-start=\"173\"\u003eEchinodorus uruguayensis – Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"680\" data-start=\"217\"\u003eEchinodorus uruguayensis is an elegant, large-growing sword plant native to the cool, flowing waters of Uruguay and southern Brazil. Known for its long, gracefully arching leaves, this species brings height, texture, and movement to the background of medium to large aquariums. Its leaves range from light to deep green depending on lighting, nutrients, and water temperature, often displaying subtle transparency that enhances its natural, delicate appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1164\" data-start=\"682\"\u003eThis species performs best in spacious tanks with moderate light and nutrient-rich substrate. Unlike many sword plants, \u003cem data-end=\"819\" data-start=\"802\"\u003eE. uruguayensis\u003c\/em\u003e prefers slightly cooler temperatures and good water flow, making it ideal for biotope and nature-style aquariums that replicate river environments. With stable conditions, the plant grows steadily and sends out runners that form new plantlets. Its striking size and soft, flowing form make it a standout centerpiece for heavily planted layouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1169\" data-start=\"1166\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1190\" data-start=\"1171\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1190\" data-start=\"1174\"\u003eCare Summary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1367\" data-start=\"1192\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1201\" data-start=\"1192\"\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rosette plant\u003cbr data-end=\"1218\" data-start=\"1215\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1238\" data-start=\"1218\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-end=\"1265\" data-start=\"1239\"\u003eEchinodorus uruguayensis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1268\" data-start=\"1265\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1284\" data-start=\"1268\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uruguay Sword\u003cbr data-end=\"1301\" data-start=\"1298\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1312\" data-start=\"1301\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alismataceae\u003cbr data-end=\"1328\" data-start=\"1325\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1339\" data-start=\"1328\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uruguay \u0026amp; Southern Brazil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1553\" data-start=\"1369\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1382\" data-start=\"1369\"\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Background (large aquariums)\u003cbr data-end=\"1414\" data-start=\"1411\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1424\" data-start=\"1414\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium\u003cbr data-end=\"1434\" data-start=\"1431\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1442\" data-start=\"1434\"\u003eCO₂:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not required (beneficial for stronger growth)\u003cbr data-end=\"1491\" data-start=\"1488\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1507\" data-start=\"1491\"\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003cbr data-end=\"1519\" data-start=\"1516\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1534\" data-start=\"1519\"\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to Moderate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1695\" data-start=\"1555\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1562\" data-start=\"1555\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0 – 7.5\u003cbr data-end=\"1575\" data-start=\"1572\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1591\" data-start=\"1575\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 – 26 °C (prefers cooler water than most swords)\u003cbr data-end=\"1645\" data-start=\"1642\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1659\" data-start=\"1645\"\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nutrient-rich substrate essential\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1749\" data-start=\"1697\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1713\" data-start=\"1697\"\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Runners\u003cbr data-end=\"1724\" data-start=\"1721\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1735\" data-start=\"1724\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 – 60+ cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"baka","offers":[{"title":"Loose","offer_id":41429569273989,"sku":"TP01940","price":80.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Net Pot","offer_id":41429569306757,"sku":"P159","price":95.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0385\/6331\/5845\/files\/echinodorusquadricostatus_a4a44a75-835a-4c33-a2be-0956bb2c71b2.webp?v=1763182813","url":"https:\/\/www.artofaqua.com\/products\/echinodorus-uruguayensis-tricolour-copy","provider":"Art of Aqua","version":"1.0","type":"link"}