{"product_id":"amazon-sword-red-melon-1-live-aquarium-plant-5-8-echinodorus","title":"Amazon Sword Red Melon 1 Live Aquarium Plant – 5–8\" – Echinodorus","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAmazon Sword Red Melon, identified in the seller's description as \u003cem\u003eEchinodorus\u003c\/em\u003e 'Red Melon', is a freshwater aquarium plant with a central rosette and broad oval leaves. New foliage can emerge in red, copper, and bronze shades before developing deeper green coloration as the leaves mature.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis listing is for \u003cstrong\u003e1 live aquarium plant measuring 5–8 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e. The plant is described as beginner friendly and suitable for freshwater community tanks, planted aquariums, and background aquascaping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe seller recommends moderate to high lighting, with stronger light supporting more pronounced red-bronze coloration. Listed water conditions are \u003cstrong\u003e72–82°F\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003epH 6.0–7.5\u003c\/strong\u003e. Nutrient-rich substrate and root tabs are recommended, while supplemental CO₂ is described as optional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–8 inches, as stated in the product title.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Identification Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e The structured seller field lists the species as “Amazon Sword,” while the product description identifies the plant as \u003cem\u003eEchinodorus\u003c\/em\u003e 'Red Melon'. This listing follows the more specific cultivar identification supplied in the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eYou will receive a live starter plant (seedling\/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Condition Disclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eLive plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eNatural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e🔹 BULLET POINTS:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 live Amazon Sword Red Melon aquarium plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e5–8 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e, according to the product title.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eEchinodorus\u003c\/em\u003e 'Red Melon', according to the seller's description.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e New leaves may show red, copper, and bronze tones before becoming deeper green.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freshwater.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 72–82°F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to high.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCO₂:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not required according to the seller; supplementation may accelerate growth and coloration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nutrient-rich substrate recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Form:\u003c\/strong\u003e Central rosette with broad leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Background planting, focal displays, community tanks, and planted aquariums.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e🧾 MATERIALS:\u003cbr\u003e1 live \u003cem\u003eEchinodorus\u003c\/em\u003e 'Red Melon' freshwater aquarium plant, 5–8 inches as stated in the product title.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e📋 ATTRIBUTES:\u003cbr\u003eCommon Name: Amazon Sword Red Melon\u003cbr\u003eScientific Name: Echinodorus 'Red Melon'\u003cbr\u003ePlant Type: Freshwater Aquarium Plant\u003cbr\u003eLife Cycle: Not specified by seller\u003cbr\u003eFlower\/Fruit Color: Not specified\u003cbr\u003eFoliage Color: Red, copper, bronze new growth; green mature foliage\u003cbr\u003eWater Type: Freshwater\u003cbr\u003eWater Temperature: 72–82°F\u003cbr\u003epH: 6.0–7.5\u003cbr\u003eLighting: Moderate–High\u003cbr\u003eCO₂: Not required\u003cbr\u003eSubstrate: Nutrient-rich substrate recommended\u003cbr\u003eDifficulty Level: Beginner\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Habit: Rosette\u003cbr\u003eShipping Size: 5–8 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e❓ FAQ:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. What water temperature is suitable for the Red Melon Amazon Sword?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe seller lists a freshwater temperature range of \u003cstrong\u003e72–82°F\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. What pH does Echinodorus 'Red Melon' prefer?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe seller lists a pH range of \u003cstrong\u003e6.0–7.5\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. What lighting does Red Melon Amazon Sword need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe seller recommends \u003cstrong\u003emoderate to high lighting\u003c\/strong\u003e. Higher light may produce stronger red-bronze coloration in new leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. Does Echinodorus 'Red Melon' require CO₂?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The seller states that \u003cstrong\u003eCO₂ supplementation is not required\u003c\/strong\u003e, although it may accelerate growth and intensify coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5. Is Red Melon Amazon Sword suitable for beginner aquarists?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. 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