Brazilian Sword (Spathiphyllum tasson)

Brazilian Sword is a sturdy, attractive aquarium plant with broad, smooth green leaves and a compact upright growth habit. Its lush foliage gives it a bold, tropical look, making it a great choice as a midground or background plant in a freshwater aquarium.

This plant does best in a nutrient-rich substrate and benefits from regular root feeding. With proper care, it develops into a full, healthy specimen that adds height, texture, and natural color to planted tanks. It is generally easy to keep and adapts well to a range of aquarium conditions.

Care level: Easy to moderate
Lighting: Low to moderate
Placement: Midground to background
Growth habit: Rosette
CO₂: Not required
Propagation: Plantlets or runners
Best feature: Broad green leaves and a strong upright sword-plant form