The Bucephalandra sp. '' Catharinae It is a slow growth plant that fits well to different light conditions, preferring low levels to medium. Thanks to its epiph-party nature, it is ideal for anchored to furnishing elements such as rocks or woods, avoiding burying the rhizome in the substrate to prevent marciumi. This feature makes it particularly suitable for aquascaping, allowing you to create interesting focal points in the aquarium.
The plant thrives in a range of temperatures between 20 ° C and 26 ° C, with a pH of water between 5.5 and 7 and a hardness (GH) between 5 and 15 ° d. Although the request for co₂ is from low to medium, the addition of adequate fertilization can promote more vigorous growth and a more intense coloring of the leaves.
Being a resistant and easy maintenance plant, the Bucephalandra sp. 'Catharinae' is suitable for both beginners and expert aquariums, offering a touch of natural elegance to any aquatic set-up.
- Color
- Dark green
- Origin
- Asia
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Positioning
- First floor
- Light requirement
- Little
- Growth speed
- Low
- Co2
- Little
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