Bucephalandra is a captivating and highly sought-after plant genus in the aquarium hobby today. Originating from the lush riverbanks of Borneo, Indonesia, these plants stand out with their incredible diversity of leaf shapes, textures, and stunning iridescent colors. While they remain prized gems among aquascapers, they have rapidly gained popularity because of their low level of maintenance and incredibly easy care. These versatile plants are perfect for the foreground or mid-ground of your aquarium, and thrive when attached to rocks, driftwood, or tank decorations. True to their resilient nature, they feature low-profile, slow-growing foliage that adapts beautifully to both low-tech and high-tech setups, making them a perfect choice for nano tanks and large aquascapes alike. They are easily propagated by simply cutting the rhizome and attaching it to another surface or rock. Very easy to grow and propagate; Highly diverse growth patterns and unique iridescent colors; Rhizome can be attached anywhere; Provides great shelter for smaller fish and inverts. Care: Tank size (Minimum): 10 Gal Care: Easy Temperature: 75-82 PH: 6.8-7.8 Max Size: 2" CO2: Not required Lighting: Low-Moderate Related Blogs: Bucephalandra Master Care Guide, How to Use Aquarium Glue to Secure Epiphytes to Hardscape. DISCLAIMER: It is the buyer's responsibility to know what plants are allowed/legal to keep in his/her state. Before purchasing do some research and make sure you are allowed to keep this particular plant species. You should always follow your State's laws regarding keeping live aquatic plants. Do NOT release any plants into the wild.
