{"product_id":"echinodorus-big-bear-uns-tissue-culture","title":"Echinodorus Big Bear UNS Tissue Culture","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEchinodorus 'Big Bear' is a large, eye-catching Amazon Sword variety known for its broad, slightly ruffled leaves and substantial size. Its bold appearance makes it a natural centerpiece plant for larger aquariums, where it can create a dense focal point in the background or midground.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis tissue culture version is grown in a sterile laboratory environment, making it free from algae, pests, and unwanted hitchhikers. Once established in the aquarium, 'Big Bear' can develop into a large, full plant with impressive leaves that add plenty of visual weight to a planted tank.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBroad, substantial leaves create a bold focal point\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan grow into a large specimen suited to spacious aquariums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDense growth provides cover for fish and other aquarium inhabitants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorks well as a centerpiece or background plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eTissue culture is grown in a sterile environment and arrives free of algae and pests\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare Tips \u0026amp; Preparation:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThoroughly wash away the nutrient gel from the roots before separating the plant into smaller portions for planting.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant each portion into nutrient-rich aquarium soil, keeping the crown of the plant above the substrate to prevent rot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGive the plant time to establish its root system after planting. Some leaf melt can occur as the plant transitions from tissue culture to submerged growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide low to moderate lighting and consistent fertilization to support healthy new growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoot tabs are highly recommended, as Echinodorus are heavy root feeders that benefit from nutrients available directly in the substrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInjecting CO2 is not required, but supplemental CO2 can encourage faster growth and larger, healthier leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Facts\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eListed information should be treated as general guidelines only. Team Buce Plant encourages you to do thorough research to ensure healthy growth!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"product-specs-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003eEchinodorus 'Big Bear'\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCommon Name(s)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBig Bear Sword\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlismataceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePlant Type \/ Taxonomy\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRosette \/ Background\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCare Difficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eLight Requirement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow to Medium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCO2 Requirement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot Required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePlacement \/ Usage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMidground \/ Background\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHeight \/ Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12-20 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003epH 6.0 – 8.0 | Temperature 68°F – 82°F (20°C – 28°C)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation Method\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdventitious plants \/ Side shoots\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSouth America\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"ACW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45215771853000,"sku":"UNP8338T","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1167\/8568\/files\/echinodorus-big-bear-uns-tissue-culture-1259344321.jpg?v=1789783629","url":"https:\/\/buceplant.com\/products\/echinodorus-big-bear-uns-tissue-culture","provider":"Buce Plant","version":"1.0","type":"link"}