Stoffels Bucephalandra sp. Green Velvet

Stoffels Bucephalandra sp. Green Velvet

The Stoffels Bucephalandra sp. Green Velvet is a stunning, slow-growing aquatic plant prized for its velvety, dark green leaves and compact size. Its unique texture and vibrant color make it a popular choice for aquascaping, especially in foreground and midground areas. Bucephalandra Green Velvet is hardy, low-maintenance, and thrives when attached to rocks or driftwood, making it ideal for both beginner and experienced aquarists.

Key Features:

• Velvety Dark Green Leaves: Features small, smooth leaves with a unique velvet-like texture that add depth and contrast to aquascapes.

• Compact and Slow-Growing: Maintains a neat appearance over time and requires minimal trimming.

• Epiphytic Plant: Perfect for attaching to rocks, driftwood, or other hardscape; the rhizome must remain above the substrate to prevent rot.

• Low Light Tolerant: Grows well under low to medium light, making it suitable for low-tech tanks and shaded areas.

• Hardy and Adaptable: Can tolerate a range of water conditions, suitable for both freshwater and low-tech setups.

Care Requirements:

• Lighting: Thrives in low to moderate lighting conditions; excessive light can promote algae growth on the leaves.

• CO₂: Optional; supplemental CO₂ encourages faster growth and healthier leaves, but not required.

• Water Parameters: Adaptable to a pH of 6.0–7.5 and temperatures between 22–28°C.

• Trimming: Very low maintenance; simply remove dead or damaged leaves to maintain a clean appearance.

Planting Tips:

• Attach to rocks, driftwood, or decorations using thread, fishing line, or plant glue until the rhizome naturally anchors itself.

• Excellent for shrimp tanks and community aquariums as its tough leaves resist nibbling.

• Moderate water flow helps keep leaves clean and free of debris while supporting healthy growth.

Specifications:

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*This is a Potted Plant and NOT a Tissue Culture Plant. This plant was grown in a greenhouse and is NOT guaranteed to be snail, algae or pesticide-free. Potted plants are cheaper than Tissue Culture Plants as they are not grown in a sterile laboratory. They generally appear to be bigger than Tissue Culture plants. We recommend Tissue Culture Plant *

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McMerwe’s comments: Stoffels Bucephalandra sp. Green Velvet’s broad, elongated foliage and slow but steady growth, this species adds a lush, tropical feel to freshwater aquariums. It’s especially well-suited for creating a natural midground or background accent and thrives when attached to driftwood, rocks, or decorative features. [Rating: 5/5]