Echinodorus Argentinensis (Argentine Sword) is a bold and captivating freshwater aquarium plant, known for its large size and commanding presence. Native to South America, this robust plant is perfect for aquarists seeking to create dramatic aquascapes in larger tanks. With its sweeping, arching leaves and impressive growth potential, it is a standout addition to any freshwater setup.
Key Features:
- Impressive Size: Can grow up to 24–30 inches tall, making it one of the largest sword plants, ideal for spacious aquariums or open-top setups.
- Bold Foliage: Features broad, elongated leaves with a striking green coloration, creating a dramatic and natural look.
- Commonly Known As: Widely referred to as the Argentine Sword, reflecting its South American origin and grandeur.
Optimal Conditions:
- Lighting: Prefers medium to high light levels, which encourage vigorous growth and healthy leaf development.
- Water Parameters: Thrives in slightly acidic to neutral pH levels (6.5–7.5) and temperatures between 68°F to 82°F (20°C to 28°C).
- Substrate: Requires a nutrient-rich substrate due to its status as a heavy root feeder. Root tabs are highly recommended for sustained growth.
Aquarium Benefits:
- Natural Shelter: Provides ample hiding spaces and shade for fish, helping to reduce stress and create a comfortable, natural habitat.
- Water Quality Improvement: Acts as a nutrient sink, absorbing excess nutrients to minimize algae growth and improve water clarity.
- Visual Impact: Its large, flowing leaves create a stunning, dynamic backdrop or centerpiece for aquariums, adding depth and dimension to aquascapes.
Care and Maintenance:
- Moderate Care Requirements: While hardy, its size requires occasional pruning to prevent it from outgrowing the tank or shading smaller plants.
- Nutrient and CO2 Support: Benefits greatly from regular fertilization and supplemental CO2 for optimal health and faster growth.
- Propagation: Propagates through runners, allowing aquarists to expand coverage or share new plants with ease.
Comparison to Other Echinodorus Species:
- Size: The Argentine Sword is among the largest of the Echinodorus genus, dwarfing smaller species like Echinodorus Amazonicus and Echinodorus Bleherae.
- Leaf Structure: Features wider and more arching leaves compared to the narrower, sleeker foliage of Echinodorus Amazonicus, adding a distinctively dramatic touch to aquascapes.
- Tank Suitability: Best suited for larger tanks (75 gallons or more), while smaller swords like Echinodorus Amazonicus are more adaptable to medium-sized tanks.
Conclusion:
Echinodorus Argentinensis (Argentine Sword) is an exceptional choice for aquarists looking to create a lush, dramatic aquatic environment. Its commanding size, vibrant foliage, and ability to provide shelter and improve water quality make it an ideal addition to large tanks. Whether you’re crafting a natural Amazon-inspired biotope or adding a bold focal point to your aquascape, the Argentine Sword delivers unmatched beauty and functionality.
- Sold as Bare-root Plants, Bunched Plants, or Potted Plants
- Bare-root Plants | approx. 1-2 roots loose, bare-root plants
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Bunched Plants | approx. 1-2 roots plants bundle with foam, and lead weight
- Potted Plants | approx 1-2 roots plants potted with rockwood and net pot
Disclaimer: Pictures are not the actual plants you will receive, but a sample representation. Unless specific, we don't guarantee aquatic plants will be free of pests, pesticides, grow emerged, or submerge.
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Scientific Name |
Echinodorus Argentinensis |
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Common Name |
Argentine Sword |
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Plant Type |
Rosette |
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Placement |
Background |
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CO2 |
Not required |
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Growth Rates |
Slow |
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Difficulty Level |
Intermediate |
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Nutrient Substrate |
Required |
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Can it grow emerged? |
Yes |
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Lighting Requirements |
Medium - High |
Shipping Policy
At Aquarium Plants Factory, we carefully package and ship all orders to ensure plants and livestock arrive healthy and ready to thrive.
Order Processing Time
Most orders are processed within 1–2 business days after payment is received.
Orders placed on weekends or holidays will be processed on the next business day.
Orders containing out-of-stock, pre-order, or backorder items may require additional handling time.
Once your order ships, tracking information will be sent to your email.
Shipping Schedule
Live Plants
Live plant orders ship Monday through Saturday when using United States Postal Service (USPS).
Most plant-only orders ship within 1–3 business days, excluding products that are out of stock, pre-order, or backorder.
Estimated USPS delivery time is 2–5 business days, depending on your location.
UPS Express Shipping
We offer the following UPS expedited shipping options:
UPS 2-Day Air®
Estimated delivery: 2 business days
Please note that UPS 2-Day Air® is not a guaranteed service in the event of carrier delays, weather disruptions, or operational issues.
UPS Next Day Air®
Estimated delivery: 1 business day
This service is guaranteed by UPS according to their service guarantee policies.
UPS expedited orders ship Monday through Wednesday only to ensure packages arrive within the same week and avoid weekend delays.
Please note that orders require 1–2 business days of handling time before shipment.
To help ensure same-week delivery, please place UPS orders on or before Tuesday at 6:00 AM Pacific Time (PT).
Live Animals Shipping
Live animal orders ship Monday through Wednesday only.
This schedule ensures animals arrive within the same week and do not remain in transit over the weekend.
Handling time for live animal orders typically ranges from 1–5 business days, depending on:
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Weather conditions
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Livestock health
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Shipping destination
Tracking information will be emailed once the order has been shipped.
Free Shipping
We offer Free Shipping on eligible orders over $150 within the contiguous United States.
Estimated delivery time for free shipping orders is 2–5 business days.
If your order contains both live plants and live animals, the shipment may be combined and the appropriate shipping rate will be shown at checkout.
Free Shipping is not available for customers located in:
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Alaska
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Hawaii
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Puerto Rico
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Guam
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U.S. Virgin Islands
Customers in these locations must select Expedited or Express shipping options at checkout.
Delivery Time Estimates
Delivery times shown at checkout are estimates provided by the shipping carrier.
While we work hard to ship orders quickly, delivery times may vary due to factors outside of our control, including:
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Weather conditions
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Carrier delays
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High shipping volumes
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Transportation disruptions
Aquarium Plants Factory is not responsible for shipping delays caused by the carrier.
Delayed or Lost Packages
Occasionally, shipments may take longer than expected.
A package is considered lost only after 15 business days (approximately 3 weeks) from the ship date.
If a package is confirmed lost by the carrier, we may offer a 50/50 replacement, meaning:
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Aquarium Plants Factory covers 50% of the replacement cost
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The customer covers 50% plus shipping
Address Accuracy
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Please ensure that your address is correct when using payment methods such as:
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Credit / Debit Card
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Orders returned due to:
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Incorrect address
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Refused delivery
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Failed delivery attempts
may not be eligible for a refund.
Order Cancellations
If you need to cancel an order, please contact us as soon as possible.
Orders can only be canceled before they have been shipped.
Once an order has been shipped, it can no longer be canceled.
Returns
Due to the sensitive nature of live goods, all sales are final.
We do not accept returns or exchanges for:
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Live plants
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Live animals
For any shipping questions, please contact us before placing your order.
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WHAT WE GUARANTEE
24 Hours Live Arrival Guarantee* - In a rare case of live stocks dead on arrival, we must be notified within 24 hours by the same day of delivery. Please take clear photos of the damaged product and send it to us within 24 hours. Live Arrival Guarantee will be void after 24 hours of delivery. All replacements are considered final and we will not replace the replacement.
- Picture requirements: Take at least 2 clear photos of damaged product in their original, unopened & sealed transparent packing and send photos and orders information to our email within 24 hours: aquariumplantsfactory@gmail.com
- Please do not take picture of damaged plants, or animals in your aquarium. Once they have been introduced to your aquarium's ecosystem. It is no longer covered by our guarantee.
Please be aware that our Live Arrival Guarantee is subject to certain conditions. Specifically, the guarantee will not be applicable in cases where the package is marked as 'invalid address', 'undeliverable' or is 'returned to sender.' This includes situations such as a vacant delivery address, a missing apartment number, or any other issues that prevent the postal service from delivering your package.
It is crucial to provide accurate and complete shipping information to ensure the successful delivery of your order and the applicability of the Live Arrival Guarantee.
Please keep in mind that Live Arrival Guarantee only guarantees that live stocks will be alive upon arrival. We cannot guarantee that you will continue to have success with them. Many factors, including the aquarium environment, water quality, nutrient, temperature, lighting, filter, and CO2 system, can contribute to the failure to grow live plants and live animals.
WHAT WE CAN'T GUARANTEE
Even though our plants are very clean, but we can't guarantee they will be 100% pest-free because we cannot be responsible for your aquarium. Please use it at your own risk. We recommended all customers rinse the plants with clean water and quarantine them before use.
However, plants in tissue culture will be 100% free from pests, algae and never have been contacting with any aquarium.
- Due to the nature of the product. We don't guarantee our plants will be pests free. ( snails, algae, hitchhikers )
- We don't guarantee our plants will be free of pesticides. We use homemade, organic pesticides in our greenhouse to control pests. We do not use pesticides that contain copper. Copper is toxic to invertebrates such as aquatic snails, crabs, shrimps, etc
- We don't guarantee your aquarium success or are responsible for your aquarium inhabitant including but not limited to fish, shrimp, snail, turtle, etc. So please quarantine all plants when use!
- Unless specific, we don't guarantee aquatic plants will be grow emerged or submerge.
Please review your state's regulations on restricted plants, as we are committed to not shipping plants that are restricted in your area. Do not release any plants into the wild or waterways, as this can harm local ecosystems by introducing invasive species.
Your cooperation in protecting the environment is appreciated. For continuously updated information, refer to the USDA State Noxious Weed list here.
Thank you for your responsible commitment to environmental preservation.
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