Plants in genus bucephalandra
Bucephalandra 'Green Broad Leaf'
Bucephalandra 'Green Broad Leaf' is an epiphytic aquarium plant with wider, rounded leaves and slightly wrinkled edges. It is a very slow grower, sprouting new leaves from long, thin rhizomes. This plant is easy to care for and thrives in low to medium light conditions.
Bucephalandra 'Maia'
Bucephalandra 'Maia' is a small, hardy aquatic plant native to Borneo, known for its slightly rounded green leaves. It thrives when attached to hardscapes and requires low light and clean water. This slow-growing plant is easy to care for and can be propagated by cutting the rhizome.
Bucephalandra 'Deep Purple'
Bucephalandra 'Deep Purple' is a small to medium-sized aquatic plant from Borneo, known for its oval-shaped leaves with deep purplish and blue hues. It can be grown submerged or emersed and is epiphytic, meaning it grows on other surfaces rather than in soil. The plant thrives in low to medium lighting conditions, with CO2 injection encouraging growth. It is less tolerant of abrupt changes in water parameters, making stable conditions important for its care.
Bucephalandra 'Brownie Phoenix'
Bucephalandra 'Brownie Phoenix' is an easy-to-care-for aquarium plant from Borneo, known for its small, elongated leaves with rich brown coloration. It grows submerged or immersed and thrives in low to medium light.
Bucephalandra 'Lamandau Mini'
Bucephalandra 'Lamandau Mini' is a compact, miniature plant known for its tiny leaves with rainbow hues. It can be grown submerged or emersed, making it ideal for aquariums and terrariums. Under LED lighting, its iridescent coloration is particularly striking. This epiphytic plant grows slowly and is propagated by cutting the rhizome. It thrives in low to medium lighting and benefits from CO2 injection, although it is not necessary. Originating from Borneo, it is a unique addition to any aquatic plant collection.
Bucephalandra 'Arrogant Blue'
Bucephalandra 'Arrogant Blue' is a low-growing aquatic plant with small, oval-shaped leaves that have ruffled edges and an olive green coloration with purplish-blue tones. It is known for its pronounced iridescent coloration under LED lighting and slow growth rate. This epiphytic plant can be grown submerged or emersed and thrives in low to medium lighting conditions.
Bucephalandra 'Mini Coin'
Bucephalandra 'Mini Coin' is a compact, miniature plant prized for its iridescent leaves in deep red, purple, and blue hues. It can grow both submerged and emersed, making it ideal for nano planted tanks. This epiphytic plant thrives in low to medium lighting, and while CO2 injection encourages growth, it is not necessary. Originating from Borneo, it is easy to care for and propagates by cutting the rhizome.
Bucephalandra 'Giant Motleyana'
Endemic to Borneo, this plant has elongated dark olive leaves with a blueish shine and is slow-growing. It is an epiphytic aquarium plant that thrives under low to medium lighting and benefits from CO2 injection.
Bucephalandra 'Melawi Blue'
Bucephalandra 'Melawi Blue' is an epiphytic aquarium plant prized for its iridescent coloration, with newer leaves showing hints of blue and shiny white dots. It grows slowly and is propagated by cutting the rhizome. This plant thrives in low to medium lighting conditions and benefits from CO2 injection and consistent tank upkeep.
Bucephalandra chimaera
Bucephalandra chimaera is a unique aquatic plant native to the granite boulders of Kalimantan, Borneo. As an obligate rheophyte, it thrives in fast-flowing streams, making it ideal for aquariums with strong water currents. Its ability to attach to rocks and other surfaces makes it a popular choice for aquascaping. This plant requires minimal care and can adapt to a range of water conditions, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced aquarists.
Bucephalandra 'Red Scorpio'
Bucephalandra 'Red Scorpio' is an epiphytic aquarium plant originating from Borneo, notable for its dark olive-green leaves with silvery dots and wavy edges. Underwater, the leaves can turn a reddish-brown, adding a dynamic color change to aquascapes. It thrives in low to medium lighting and benefits from CO2 injection for optimal growth. The plant should be planted with care, ensuring the rhizome is not covered. It is easy to propagate by cutting the rhizome and grows slowly, making it suitable for beginners.
Bucephalandra 'Catherinae Red'
This short, low-growing plant has thin, ruffled leaves and is slow-growing. It is an epiphytic aquarium plant that attaches well to rocks and driftwood and is propagated by separating the rhizome. It thrives under low to moderate lighting and benefits from CO2 injection.
Bucephalandra 'Kir Royale'
Bucephalandra 'Kir Royale' is an easy-to-grow plant with green, round leaves that show golden hues when new. It can be grown submerged or emersed, with submerged leaves displaying purple and blue hues. This slow-growing plant is ideal for aquariums, attaching to driftwood and rocks.
Bucephalandra 'Brownie Phantom'
Bucephalandra 'Brownie Phantom' is a miniature aquatic plant with small, oblong leaves that range from dark olive to brown, featuring an iridescent blue sheen. This slow-growing epiphyte is ideal for foreground to midground aquarium planting. It can be grown submerged or emersed and thrives in low to medium lighting conditions. The plant generates new growth from its rhizome and requires consistent tank upkeep. It is less tolerant of abrupt changes in water parameters.
Bucephalandra 'Super Mini Catherinae'
Bucephalandra 'Super Mini Catherinae' is a tiny, slow-growing aquarium plant with leaves measuring just 1-2 cm. It can be grown submerged or emersed and is propagated by cutting the rhizome. This epiphytic plant is easy to care for, requiring low to medium light and benefiting from CO2 supplementation.
Bucephalandra 'Theia'
Bucephalandra 'Theia' is an epiphytic plant with dark olive to reddish-brown leaves and pronounced iridescent coloration. It is a slow-grower that thrives in low to medium lighting conditions, making it a popular choice for aquariums. CO2 injection is recommended to enhance its growth.