Bucephalandra sp. Blue Green is an aquatic plant native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, known for its compact, blue-green leaves that vary in hue depending on lighting. Slow-growing and highly valued for its hardiness and unique aesthetic, it should be attached to rocks or driftwood with the rhizome exposed.
Characteristics
- Rhizome-based plant
- Slow growth
- Blue-green leaves with variable shades
- Hardy and adaptable
- Ideal for low-maintenance tanks
- Propagated by rhizome division
Ideal Conditions
- Lighting: Low to moderate
- CO₂: Optional, but enhances color
- Liquid fertilization: Recommended
- Temperature: 22°C to 28°C
- pH: 6.0 to 7.5
- Water hardness (GH): Soft to moderate
Planting Zone