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Mexican Sword Plant

Echinodorus palaefolius, Alismataceae

Zones
8–11
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Ground CoverPollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (preferred)

Water

High (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Indian Joint VetchAeschynomene indica
Nitrogen Fixation
Yellow VelvetleafLimnocharis flava
Pollinator SharingPhysical Support

Antagonistic Plants

Giant DuckweedSpirodela intermedia

Dense duckweed mats block light needed by submerged and emergent sword plants

Amazon Sword PlantEchinodorus amazonicus

Related sword plants compete for similar growing space and nutrients in tropical aquatic systems.

Uses

Functions

Water FiltrationErosion ControlHabitat CreationOxygenation

Common Questions

What zones does Mexican Sword Plant grow in?

Mexican Sword Plant grows in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Mexican Sword Plant?

Good companions for Mexican Sword Plant include Indian Joint Vetch, Yellow Velvetleaf.

Design guilds with Mexican Sword Plant and see companion relationships visually.

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