The Uruguay Sword plant originates from the subtropical south-eastern part of South America. It develops large submerged stands in relatively cool rivers and streams. Echinodorus uruguayensis is known for many years as robust, easy to grow and very decorative aquarium plant. The leaves are strap-shaped, flexible, leathery and somewhat transparent..
| Scientific Name | Common Name | Height | Width |
| Echinodorus uruguayensis | Uruguay sword | 30cm | 40cm |
| Water Temperature | Water pH | Colour | Difficulty |
| 16-24 oC | Rich green | Easy | |
| Light demand | Grow Rate | Placement | Substrate |
| Moderate | Moderate to fast | Mid- to background | Fine |