{"product_id":"melawi-blue","title":"Bucephalandra Melawi Blue","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBucephalandra Melawi Blue\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBucephalandra Melawi Blue has round \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eleaves with pronounced midribs running down the center. The older, more mature leaves can range from light to dark green but newer leaves sometimes show hints of blue with some specks of shiny white dots. I\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003et's highly prized for its pronounced iridescent coloration with appropriate care and when placed under aquarium LED lighting. All Bucephalandra varieties are very slow-growing, with new leaves sprouting from long, thin rhizomes. It can be propagated by cutting the rhizome and attaching it to driftwood and rocks using super glue gel or thread. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAs an epiphytic plant, Bucephalandra generates new growth from its rhizome. It is a slow-grower and can be grown submerged or emersed. Optimal results are achieved for Bucephalandra in low to medium lighting conditions, fostering dense growth when provided with proper water conditions. CO2 injection, adequate water flow, and consistent tank upkeep can result in faster and more robust plant growth. When planting, don't cover the stem and rhizome to prevent plant decay and deterioration. While its care is the same as popular aquatic species like Anubias and Java Ferns, Bucephalandra is less tolerant of abrupt parameter changes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNotes:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eBucephalandra is an epiphytic aquarium plant so it can be attached to aquarium hardscape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eDo not plant Bucephalandra in substrate and cover the rhizome. This will cause it to melt and rot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eBucephalandra’s final size, coloration and growth rate are dependent upon the condition of the aquarium. Photos are a representation of what you will receive and may vary.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eDo not make drastic changes to the aquarium. Unstable parameters will result in melt and rotting of the aquarium plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eCO2 injection will yield better growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003ePlease research appropriately to ensure your plant thrives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare \u0026amp; Additional Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eListed information should be treated as general guidelines only. We encourage you to do thorough research before keeping any type of livestock.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Araceae\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Borneo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 6-7.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Easy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Low to Medium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCo2:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Not necessary but recommended\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cut by rhizome\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Slow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BUCE","offers":[{"title":"Plant (6-10 Leaves)","offer_id":54667809653121,"sku":"BUC1941","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Mini Clump (3-5 Plants)","offer_id":54667809685889,"sku":"BUC1942","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/9889\/2161\/files\/bucephalandra-melawi-blue-32907398873288.jpg?v=1756373277","url":"https:\/\/aquaticfins.shop\/products\/melawi-blue","provider":"AQUATIC FINS LTD","version":"1.0","type":"link"}