Echinodorus small bear
Echinodorus small bear
Echinodorus small bear is a compact hybrid sword plant producing rounded, reddish-green leaves on a tidy midground rosette that stays at a practically manageable 6 to 10 inches. The rounded leaf form and warm reddish-green coloration give Small Bear a soft, organic character that is gentler and more inviting than sharp-leaved sword varieties — a naturally charming midground plant well suited to community tanks and smaller aquariums.
Care tip: Echinodorus small bear is a root feeder that benefits greatly from a nutrient-rich substrate or regular root tabs. Maintain temperatures of 72–82°F and pH 6.5–7.5. CO₂ is optional for this variety.
Growing to 6 to 10 inches, Small Bear is a midground plant appropriate for tanks from 15 gallons upward. The compact scale and rounded leaf form make it proportionate for a wide range of tank sizes where larger swords would be overwhelming. Root tabs or enriched substrate support the best growth and the most consistent reddish-green coloration.
This easy hybrid plant grows under moderate lighting with CO₂ optional. Temperatures between 72 and 82°F and a pH of 6.5 to 7.5 provide comfortable conditions. Regular root feeding maintains the warm reddish-green tones and the rounded leaf form. Hybrid vigor ensures reliable, consistent performance across a range of conditions.
In the aquascape, Echinodorus small bear provides warm, rounded midground color in a compact, community tank-friendly scale. The soft rounded leaves and reddish-green tones create a naturally gentle midground character well suited to planted community setups. In smaller aquariums it serves as an attractive midground to background specimen of genuine warmth and botanical character.
Echinodorus small bear is a compact, warm-toned, and naturally charming hybrid sword for aquarists who want rounded, reddish-green midground color in a size appropriate for smaller and medium aquariums. Its easy care and gentle aesthetic make it a practical and rewarding midground plant.
Care & Specifications
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Placement | Midground |
| Max Height | 6–10 inches |
| Light Level | Moderate |
| Temperature | 72–82°F |
| pH | 6.5–7.5 |
| CO2 Needs | Optional |
| Origin | Cultivar (Hybrid) |
| Notes | A compact hybrid sword plant producing rounded, reddish-green leaves on a tidy, manageable midground rosette. The rounded leaf form and warm reddish-green tones give Small Bear a more organic, soft character than sharp-leaved sword varieties. Well suited to smaller aquariums where compact, colorful sword plants are needed. |
