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Care Level
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Light
Medium–High
CO₂
Helpful but not required
pH Range
6.5–7.5
Red Melon Sword$8.99
Species Profile
Red Melon Sword
Echinodorus 'Red Melon'
Why We Love This Plant
Selected for shrimp tanks
Improves water quality
No CO₂ required
Beginner-friendly
Red Melon Sword is a cultivated Echinodorus hybrid with broad, melon-leaf-shaped foliage that emerges red and gradually matures to deep green. It is a striking centerpiece rosette plant for mid-sized and larger tanks, valued for its warm color tones and bold leaf shape. It ships potted in a small mesh basket with rock wool but should be planted directly in substrate for long-term growth.
Like other Swords, Red Melon is a heavy root feeder. It rewards strong light and consistent root fertilization with vivid new-leaf color; under lower light or with weak substrate dosing, the red tones may fade and growth slows. A useful centerpiece option for aquascapers who want warm color in a low-tech tank.
Care Notes
Red Melon Sword roots deeply in substrate. After removing from the pot and rinsing most of the rock wool off the roots, plant with the crown (where the leaves meet the roots) ABOVE the substrate. Burying the crown causes rot. Root tabs are strongly recommended.
The red color is most vivid on new growth under medium-to-high light with iron-rich dosing. Older leaves mature to deep green over time, which is normal. Trim damaged leaves at the base with sharp scissors. CO2 is not required but speeds growth and improves coloration.
Quick Care Facts
Care Level
Easy
Temperature
72–82°F
pH Range
6.5–7.5
Light Req.
Medium–High
CO₂
Helpful but not required
Placement
Remove from pot and rinse most of the...
What’s Included
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Species Spotlight
Why We Love This Plant
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Red New Growth
New leaves emerge a warm red color before maturing to deep green. The color contrast across old and new growth is the signature feature.
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Bold Centerpiece Plant
Broad melon-leaf foliage on a Sword-style rosette form. A striking visual anchor for mid-to-large tanks.
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Selected for Shrimp Tanks
Selected for shrimp tanks and handled with invertebrate safety in mind.
Expert Advice
Razz Aquatics Recommendation
For the strongest red color, give Red Melon Sword the brighter end of your lighting profile and dose iron-rich fertilizer regularly. Root tabs at the base every 2-3 months. The plant grows large; reserve it for mid-to-large tanks where it has space to develop fully.
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Common Questions
Red Melon Sword FAQ
Is Red Melon Sword safe for shrimp?+
Yes — Red Melon Sword is great for shrimp tanks. We select plants for shrimp tanks and handle them with invertebrate safety in mind.
How do I plant it?+
Remove from the pot, rinse most of the rock wool off the roots, and plant in substrate with the crown ABOVE the substrate. Burying the crown causes rot.
How big does it get?+
Red Melon Sword grows similarly large to other Echinodorus Swords — best suited to mid-sized and larger tanks. Not recommended for nano setups.
What is the free shipping threshold?+
Plants and dry goods ship free at $75+. Adding livestock to your order unlocks free 2-Day Shipping at $120+ or free Overnight at $200+.
Do I need CO2 or fertilizer?+
No CO2 required. Root tabs are strongly recommended for color and growth; iron-rich liquid dosing improves the red tone on new leaves. CO2 speeds growth but is not required.
Why are my new leaves more green than red?+
Red color intensity depends on light strength and iron availability. Increase lighting and add iron-rich liquid fertilizer to bring out a more vivid red on new growth.
How is it shipped?+
Plants are packed with damp protective material to help protect them in transit. Weather protection may be used when conditions require it. Plants typically ship Monday through Thursday so they avoid sitting over the weekend.
Is there a live arrival guarantee?+
Yes — Live Plant Arrival Guarantee on every order. Photograph the plant in its original packaging on the day of delivery, before trimming or replanting, and submit a claim through the Start a Claim page. Approved claims are resolved with store credit, refund, or replacement at Razz Aquatics' discretion.
