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Bucephalandra grappa red (one rhizome per order)
Bucephalandra grappa red (one rhizome per order)
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Our Bucephalandra is grown in a nursery in Thailand similar to other aquarium plants. 90% of the the buce you will see for sale in most places is harvested from the wild in indonesia. This is having a negative impact on those native ecosystems. Always buy nursery produced Bucephalandra
Bucephalandra ‘Grappa Red’ is a beautiful slow-growing rhizome plant prized for its dark foliage and rich reddish, bronze, and wine-toned coloration. Its textured leaves add excellent contrast to aquarium hardscape, making it a popular choice for attaching to driftwood and rocks.
Plant Requirements
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Lighting | Low to Medium |
| CO₂ | Not required; beneficial |
| Temperature | 20–28°C (68–82°F) |
| pH | 5.5–7.5 |
| Water Hardness | Soft to moderately hard |
| Placement | Foreground / Midground |
| Substrate | Not required |
| Fertilizer | Liquid aquarium fertilizer |
| Propagation | Rhizome division |
| Growth Form | Compact rhizome plant |
| Best Attachment | Rock or Driftwood |
Planting & Care
Attach Bucephalandra ‘Grappa Red’ to rocks or driftwood using aquarium-safe glue or thread. Keep the rhizome above the substrate to prevent rot. The roots will eventually attach naturally to the hardscape.
It grows slowly and requires very little trimming. Consistent nutrients and stable aquarium conditions will encourage healthy growth and help maintain its attractive coloration.
Key Features
- Rich red, bronze and dark green coloration
- Textured, slightly wavy foliage
- Slow-growing and compact
- Excellent for nano and larger aquariums
- CO₂ optional
- Ideal for rocks and driftwood
- Low-maintenance rhizome plant
