Bucephalandra sp. "Red Scorpio"
- Attractive, rare epiphyte
- Red coloured rhizome
- Dark olive green leaves
- Curly leaf edge
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Description
Bucephalandra sp. "Red Scorpio" is a currently rather rare plant. It resembles the "Biblis" forms and Bucephalandra sordidula. The trading name refers to the strikingly red coloured rhizome. The elongate leaves are dark olive green and have a curly edge. The stomata on the top of the leaf appear as many tiny silvery dots when the plant is under water. The exact origin and species belonging of "Red Scorpio" is unknown to us, but all Bucephalandras originate from the island of Borneo where they grow as rheophytes (adapted to strong current) on rock in the flood zone of rainforest streams.
Bucephalandra species and forms are primarily epiphytes on rock or wood where they attach themselves by their roots. They can also be fixed to the bottom, however the rhizome must not be buried to avoid rotting. The plant will root on its own and benefit from the nutrients in the substrate. The growth is generally slow to very slow.
Bucephalandras cope with poor light conditions, however they develop their most beautiful look with medium lighting, good water current and constant nutrient and CO2 supply. They also tolerate strong lighting, sufficient CO2 and nutrient supply provided. The favourable temperature range is about 20 to 27°C.
We recommend to put Bucephalandras into already cycled aquariums. It is best to leave the plants in peace so they can grow. Sudden changes of parameters may lead to shedding of leaves, normally, however, the plants regrow slowly and produce new shoots on the rhizome. Bucephalandras are easily propagated by cutting terminal and side shoots that also promotes the ramification of the plant.
Bucephalandra sp. "Red Scorpio" is a beautiful epiphyte that fits especially well to aquascapes with delicate root structures.
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| Weight | 0,10 kg |
| Shipping weight | 0,10 kg |
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