Rose Sparkle Sword (Echinodorus sp. “Rose Sparkle”) – Live Aquarium Plant

Add a striking focal point to your aquascape with the Rose Sparkle Sword, a unique hybrid Echinodorus prized for its vibrant coloration and speckled foliage. This rosette-style sword plant features bright green leaves accented with red tones and delicate white “sparkle” speckling, making it a standout centerpiece in freshwater aquariums.

Rose Sparkle Sword is hardy, adaptable, and suitable for both low-tech and high-tech setups. Grown submerged in dedicated tanks (not plastic-wrapped), each plant arrives healthy, established, and ready to thrive. With proper care, it can reach impressive size and bring bold character to larger aquascapes.

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Key Features

Distinctive Sparkled Foliage
Green and red leaves dusted with white speckling create a truly unique appearance.

Rosette Growth Habit
Leaves grow upward from the base, forming a strong, structured plant.

Large Background Sword Plant
Can reach up to 24 inches tall under optimal conditions.

Low-Tech Compatible
Thrives without CO₂, though supplementation enhances growth.

Tank-Grown for Better Health
Maintained submerged in water for stronger roots and smoother transitions.

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Benefits

Rose Sparkle Sword delivers dramatic size and color while remaining easy to care for. Its extensive root system helps stabilize substrate and absorb nutrients efficiently. As it matures, it provides natural shelter for fish and creates depth and structure in planted aquariums. Its unique coloration makes it an excellent statement plant in thoughtfully designed layouts.

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Care Guide

Light
Moderate to high lighting for best coloration.

Water Temperature
72–82°F (22–28°C)

Placement
Background in small tanks; midground or background in large aquariums.

Substrate
Nutrient-rich substrate strongly recommended due to heavy root feeding.

CO₂
Not required, but beneficial.

Growth Rate
Moderate

Maintenance Level
Easy
Trim outer leaves as needed and ensure adequate spacing to prevent shading other plants.

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Perfect For

• Large freshwater aquariums
• Background or centerpiece planting
• Low-tech planted tanks
• Aquarists wanting bold color and structure
• Community tanks needing natural shelter

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Why Choose Rose Sparkle Sword?

• Rare hybrid sword with unique speckled foliage
• Hardy and adaptable growth
• Thrives with or without CO₂
• Excellent visual impact in aquascapes
• Grown submerged for healthier delivery

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Quality Assurance

• Shipped submerged from dedicated grow tanks
• Carefully inspected for health and root strength
• Typical shipping size: 6–8 inches tall

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Live Arrival Guarantee

Your plant is protected by our Live Arrival Guarantee.
If it arrives damaged or unhealthy, contact us within 2 hours of delivery with photos for a replacement or refund.

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Important Notes

• Copper-sensitive — avoid copper-based medications and conditioners
• Live plants naturally vary in size, color intensity, and leaf pattern
• Large leaf size requires spacing to avoid shading smaller plants

At Canton Aquatics LLC, we take great pride in providing high-quality live aquarium plants to our customers. We understand the complexities involved in shipping live plants and are committed to ensuring they arrive at your doorstep in excellent condition.

Shipping Process:

• All live plants are shipped using USPS Standard and Priority Mail to provide the fastest and most reliable service.
• Plants are typically shipped Monday - Friday to avoid weekend delays.
• Each plant is carefully packaged in sealed plastic bags to hold in moisture during the shipping process.

DOA (Dead on Arrival) Policy:

• If you receive plants that are dead on arrival, please contact us within 2 hours of delivery with clear photographic evidence.
• Upon receipt of the photos, we will assess the situation. If the plants are determined to be DOA, we will replace or provide refund.
• For a valid DOA claim, replacements or refunds will be processed within 2 business days after the claim is approved.
• Please keep in mind that all plants require sun light to live therefore your plants may arrive slightly yellow.  Please float your plants at the top of your tank near the light for 3 days if applicable.  They will enjoy this new added light intensity to help them recover.

Limitations and Responsibilities:

• The DOA policy is only applicable if the first delivery attempt is made within the shipping duration specified at the time of purchase.
• Delays due to incorrect shipping information provided by the customer or missed deliveries will void the DOA guarantee.
• Extreme weather conditions can impact the health of the plants in transit. We recommend checking the weather forecasts and choosing a shipping window accordingly.
• It is the responsibility of the customer to acclimate the plants to their new environment according to best practices. Our DOA policy does not cover plants that perish due to improper acclimation.

Cancellation and Changes:

• Orders can only be cancelled or changed before they are shipped. Once the order is in transit, we cannot accept cancellations or changes.

Customer Support:

• If you have any questions or concerns regarding our shipping policy or the condition of your plants upon arrival, please contact our customer support team at [Contact Information].

By placing an order with Canton Aquatics LLC, you acknowledge and agree to the terms outlined in this shipping policy.

Please be sure to check the regulations in your state regarding restricted plants. Our policy is to avoid shipping any plants that are prohibited in your area to ensure compliance and environmental safety. It's important not to introduce plants into the wild or waterways, as this could disrupt local ecosystems by introducing invasive species.

We appreciate your efforts in helping to protect the environment. For the latest updates, you can consult the USDA State Noxious Weed list here.

Thank you for your dedication to preserving our natural habitats.