Dennerle Bucephalandra Pygmaea Bukit Kelam (Low Tech)
Dennerle Bucephalandra Pygmaea Bukit Kelam, a very vigorous plant was known under the name ‘Wavy Leaf‘. Their botanical assignment to the species ‚pygmaea‘ was made through extensive investigation of this interesting genus. Its variety name refers to its place of origin in the Sintang region. Bucephalandra are rheophytes – that means they grow on rocks near streams and cascades. Therefore, they should be attached ideally to root wood or stones in the aquarium. Its elongated, dark green leaves have a beautifully wavy edge. Bucephalandra pygmaea ´Bukit Kelam´ is recommended particularly for Nano Cubes and Scaper’s Tanks.
PLANT PROFILE
Genus: | Bucephalandra |
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Species: | pygmaea ´Bukit Kelam‘ |
Family: | Araceae |
Origin: | Borneo |
Light: | medium – low |
Temperature: | 20-28 °C |
Growth rate: | slow |
Area: | Foreground |
Height: | up to 8 cm |
pH: | 5-8 |
Water hardness: | soft to moderate |
Co2: | 0-20 mg/l |
Propagation: | rhizome cuttings |
Plant Food/Fertilizer:
If you are looking for a good plant fertilizer, you can look at the 2hr Aquarist range. APT Zero for new aquariums and APT Complete for older setups. Alternatively – you can use Easylife Profito or Scape Complete if you are on a budget.
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*This is a Tissue Culture Plant. It has been grown in a sterile laboratory and is guaranteed to be snail, algae, or pesticide-free. We recommend Tissue Culture Plant over Greenhouse plants for 100% client satisfaction.
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