Care specifications
| Type | Rhizome |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Light | Low (10–35 µmol PAR) |
| CO2 | Beneficial, not required |
| Fertilizer demand | Low |
| Growth rate | Slow |
| Max height | 4 in |
| Spread | 4 in |
| Placement | Foreground, Midground, Epiphyte |
| Attaches to hardscape | Yes |
| Snail & shrimp safe | Yes |
| Temperature | 71–82 °F |
| pH | 6–7.5 |
| Color | Variegated |
| Trimming | Minimal |
| Styles | Nature, Biotope |
Get Bucephalandra
Propagation
Cut the creeping rhizome into sections and attach each piece to stone or wood.
Frequently asked questions
Why is my Bucephalandra melting after planting?
Buce grown emersed (above water) often sheds its old leaves when first submerged. Leave the rhizome attached and undisturbed — new submerged-form leaves will emerge within a few weeks as long as the rhizome stays firm.
Does Bucephalandra need CO2?
No. It grows reliably in low-tech tanks without injection, just slowly. CO2 mainly improves leaf color and density rather than being a survival requirement.
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