• Scientific Name: Bucephalandra sp. ‘Brownie Purple’
• Origin: Borneo
• Family: Araceae
• Height: 3-8 cm
• Growth Rate: Slow
• Placement in Tank: Foreground, Attached to Hardscape
• Light Requirement: Low to Moderate
• CO2 Requirement: Not required but beneficial for improved growth
• Temperature: 22-28°C
• pH: 6.0-7.5
• Propagation: Rhizome division

Key Features:

• Purple Tint: The ‘Purple’ variant is loved for its dark green to purple leaves, which add a pop of color to your aquascape and create a beautiful contrast with other plants.
• Slow-Growing: Like other Bucephalandra species, it has a slow growth rate, making it a low-maintenance plant that doesn’t require frequent trimming.
• In-Vitro Cultivation: Grown in sterile conditions, this plant is free from snails, algae, and other contaminants, offering a clean and healthy option for your tank.
• Versatile in Aquascaping: It can be attached to hardscape elements such as rocks or driftwood, making it a flexible choice for creating depth and texture in your layout.

Care Requirements:

• Lighting: Thrives in low to moderate light conditions. Too much light can cause algae to develop on the leaves, so it is best kept in shaded areas or low-light setups.
• CO2: While not essential, CO2 supplementation can enhance growth and color vibrancy, particularly in high-tech aquariums.
• Water Parameters: Bucephalandra brownie ‘Purple’ is adaptable to a range of water conditions, with a preferred pH of 6.0-7.5 and temperatures between 22-28°C.
• Trimming: Due to its slow growth, it requires minimal trimming. Propagation is easy through rhizome division, allowing you to grow more plants over time.

Planting Tips:

• Rinse the plant thoroughly to remove the nutrient gel before placing it in your aquarium.
• It is best to attach Bucephalandra brownie ‘Purple’ to driftwood, rocks, or other hardscape elements. Avoid burying the rhizome in the substrate, as this may cause rot.
• The plant can be placed in shaded areas, allowing it to develop its characteristic purple hue while minimizing algae growth.