Bucephalandra pygmaea 'Bukit Kelam' on lava rock

Product description

About the species

Bucephalandra grown on lava rock. In the wild, Bucephalandra usually grow on rocks or wood in rivers and streams – much like Anubias, which they resemble in terms of use and care in the aquarium. Bucephalandra pygmaea 'Bukit Kelam' is an easy growing plant that prefers lower light levels.

A fine, dense appearance is ensured by the willingness to branch out, even without trimming. The green leaves are 2 cm wide and 5 cm long with wavy edges. Small white spots will appear on submerged leaves. The creeping stem, rhizome, must not be covered when planting. This will cause the plant to rot and die.

Product details

Category
Plants & Mosses
Subcategory
Plants on stone
SKU
AQ790005277
Brand
Tropica
Color
Green

Bucephalandra pygmaea 'Bukit Kelam' on lava rock

176 kr

FAQ about Bucephalandra pygmaea 'Bukit Kelam' on lava rock

How do I plant Bucephalandra pygmaea 'Bukit Kelam' på lavasten?

Attach it to wood or rock, or place the roots lightly in substrate without covering the rhizome. A buried rhizome may receive poor circulation and rot.

Where should Bucephalandra pygmaea 'Bukit Kelam' på lavasten be placed?

Place it on hardscape in the foreground, middle or background according to the variety’s mature size. Avoid very harsh flow against delicate leaves.

Does Bucephalandra pygmaea 'Bukit Kelam' på lavasten need CO₂?

It can usually grow without added CO₂, although stable CO₂ and balanced nutrition may improve growth. Moderate lighting often reduces algae on slow-growing leaves.

How do I propagate Bucephalandra pygmaea 'Bukit Kelam' på lavasten?

Once the rhizome has grown, divide it with a clean tool. Each section should retain roots and several healthy leaves before being attached elsewhere.