Available in 2 options:

• Bare-root
• Potted (rooted in rockwool)

Helanthium augustifolia 'Vesuvius' used to be known as an Echinodorus sword, but has been reclassified. It is also known as a 'Corkscrew Chain Sword'.

Vesuvius is a smaller, bright green sword, with thin leaves growing in an undulating manner; very much like an erupting volcano! An easy to care for sword, Vesuvius propagates readily by sending out runners. Very easy-to-keep plant that needs neither CO2 or high lights to thrive.

Bare-root format: 4-6" tall rosette, natural state

Potted format: Larger and more mature, well-rooted in rockwool with slow-release fertilizer, 4-6" tall

Grown EMERGENT

Growing Requirements:

• Temperature: 65-80°F
• pH: 6-8
• Light: Low to medium intensity
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Perfect for beginners, no CO2 needed

As I like to keep real ecosystems in my aquariums, there’s always a chance of harmless hitchhikers like snails or dwarf shrimp tagging along with your plants!

I personally keep several beneficial snail species in my tanks, including Colorful Ramshorns, Bronze Bladder and Pond Snails, Mini Rams, and Malaysian Trumpet Snails. These snails stay relatively small, help clean the aquarium, and do not eat healthy plants or cause harm. However, if you’d rather avoid any hitchhikers, I highly recommend checking out our blog on how to safely disinfect aquarium plants before adding them to your tank:
How to Bleach Dip Aquarium Plants Safely

All plants are freshly snipped or harvested and packed right before shipment. I take great care in preparing every order and use methods that have consistently produced the best results over many years in the hobby. A lot of love goes into every package, so please don’t leave your plants sitting in a hot mailbox for too long 🙏

Thank you for looking, aqua friends! 💚

Distributor Live Arrival & DOA Policy

This live item ships from a distributor and is covered by the following live arrival guarantee. The claim deadline for this item is 2 hours after the carrier-confirmed delivery time, instead of our standard 12-hour DOA window.

Inspect your shipment immediately. If a plant or animal arrives deceased or damaged, leave the affected item in its original, unopened plastic packaging and email info@infinityandbeyondaquatics.com within that 2-hour window with:

• Your IBA order number and a description of the issue.
• Three clear photos of the affected live items in their unopened packaging.
• A photo showing the readable shipping label.

Approved DOA claims receive a refund for the affected live items to the original payment method. Shipping charges are nonrefundable. This guarantee covers arrival only; losses after animals enter your care are not covered. Live items cannot be returned. Do not send items back without prior authorization. IBA will assist with your claim.