Plant Profile Common Name: Bucephalandra Neo Buce ‘Neo’ is a low-tech, compact aquarium plant known for its clean form and subtle iridescent highlights. This variety features narrow, wavy leaves that grow in tight clusters, displaying a rich color palette that ranges from deep green to blue-green with warm red undertones. It's a fantastic choice for adding refined detail and structure to the foreground or midground of freshwater aquascapes, where it will slowly grow to form a lush, shimmering carpet of foliage. Grow it emersed or submerged and attach it to hardscape for best results. Key Features & Notes Under quality LED lighting, ‘Neo’ develops a sophisticated metallic sheen that adds incredible depth and dimension to its foliage. Unlike larger variants, this species stays low and tight to the hardscape, making it perfect for maintaining scale in nano aquariums. This is one of the most durable species in the hobby and thrives in shaded areas. It is an ideal choice for aquascapes where other plants might struggle. It is perfectly at home fully submerged in an aquarium or emersed in high-humidity terrariums, vivariums, and paludariums. Care Tips & Preparation Bucephalandra is an epiphytic plant that should be attached to rocks or driftwood. Never bury the rhizome in substrate, as this will cause the plant to rot and melt. Carefully remove the plant from its pot and clear away all rockwool from the roots. For a deep dive on prepping potted plants, click here. Avoid making drastic changes to your water parameters or lighting. Unstable conditions are the primary cause of leaf melt in new specimens. While this plant is hardy and low-maintenance, CO2 injection will yield much faster growth. We recommend researching your specific water chemistry to ensure your plant thrives. Final size and coloration depend entirely on your specific aquarium conditions. Please note that photos are a representation, and individual plants may vary. Please research appropriately to ensure your plant thrives. Additional Information Listed information should be treated as general guidelines only. Team Buce Plant encourages you to do thorough research to ensure healthy growth! Family Name: AraceaeOrigin: Borneo (Endemic)Skill Level: EasyGrowth Rate: SlowLight: Low to MediumCO2: Not necessary but recommendedpH Range: 6.0 – 8.0Propagation: Divide the rhizome with sharp scissors
