Echinodorus radican 'Big Bear'

Echinodorus 'Big Bear' is a truly impressive and aptly named sword plant cultivar — a large, bold, and powerfully built plant that commands attention in any aquarium it inhabits. It produces broad, heart-shaped to oval leaves of rich, deep green on sturdy stems, forming a massive, full rosette that can fill the background of even a large tank with lush, verdant growth. There is something deeply satisfying about keeping a plant this substantial — it brings a sense of scale and grandeur to the aquascape that smaller plants simply cannot match. A must-have for large planted tank enthusiasts and anyone who appreciates the majestic side of the sword plant family.

Propagation: Produces adventitious plantlets on long flower stems. Allow plantlets to develop 2–3 leaves and roots before separating from the mother plant.

Care Guide

• Origin: South America (cultivar)
• Light: Low to High
• Water Parameters: pH 6.0–7.5 | Temp 22–28°C | Soft to moderately hard water
• CO2 Required: No (benefits from CO2)
• Fertiliser: Root tabs strongly recommended; liquid fertiliser beneficial
• Placement: Background
• Skill Level: Beginner
• Max Size: 50–80cm+