Bucephalandra (Sp. ‘Sekadau Bukit Betung’) – Tissue Culture

Introduction

The Bucephalandra (Sp. ‘Sekadau Bukit Betung’) is a rare and highly sought-after Buce variety known for its deep green, elongated leaves with subtle waviness and a striking iridescent sheen. As it matures, this plant can develop hues of blue, purple, and bronze under optimal lighting conditions. Like all Bucephalandra species, it thrives when attached to rocks or driftwood, making it a fantastic choice for aquascapers looking to create intricate, natural layouts.

This tissue-cultured specimen is 100% pest-free, disease-free, and algae-free, ensuring a pristine and healthy addition to your aquarium. Its slow-growing nature makes it an excellent plant for low-tech and high-tech setups alike, requiring minimal maintenance.

Features We Love:

• Unique Leaf Texture & Coloration Wavy, iridescent leaves that shift in color under different lighting conditions.
• Perfect for Aquascaping Ideal for attaching to driftwood, stones, or hardscape elements to create a lush, natural look.
• Low Maintenance & Hardy Tolerates a wide range of conditions and requires little care.
• Great for Shrimp & Nano Tanks Provides excellent biofilm and grazing surfaces for shrimp and other small invertebrates.

Care Guidelines:

• Light: Low to moderate.
• Temperature: 68 – 80 F (20 – 27 C).
• pH Range: 6.0 – 7.5.
• Growth Rate: Slow.
• Ideal Placement: Midground or attached to hardscape.

Pro Tips:

• Attach, Dont Bury Avoid planting the rhizome in the substrate to prevent rot; instead, use glue or thread to secure it to hardscape.
• Tannins for Health Adding botanicals like Indian Almond Leaves can help mimic its natural environment and support healthy growth.
• Algae Prevention Since Bucephalandra grows slowly, keeping algae in check by reducing direct light and adding algae-eating tank mates is recommended.
• Enhance Coloration Higher lighting and nutrient-rich water can bring out its iridescent hues.

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