Bucephalandra Hades

🌿 Species Profile Common Name: Hades Buce Scientific Name: Bucephalandra ‘Hades’ Plant Type: Rhizome epiphyte Origin: Borneo (cultivated aquarium form) Growth Rate: Slow Difficulty: Easy to moderate Placement: Foreground / midground (on hardscape) 🌱 Appearance Compact clumping growth Leaves are: Deep green, dark olive, sometimes nearly black Slight blue or metallic reflection under strong light Slightly wavy edges Size: Height: 3–8 cm (1–3 in) Width: tight clusters It creates a strong “dark jewel” contrast effect. 🧪 Tank Requirements Temperature: 22–28°C pH: 5.5–7.5 Hardness: Soft to medium Lighting: Low to medium (high light can cause algae growth) CO₂: Not required, but improves growth and leaf quality 🌿 Planting Method Must NOT bury rhizome Attach to: Driftwood Lava rock Hardscape structures Use thread or aquarium-safe glue 🌿 Feeding & Care Absorbs nutrients from water column Benefits from: Mild liquid fertilizers Stable water parameters Very slow grower but stable once established Care tips: Avoid sudden changes in lighting or water chemistry Remove old leaves carefully Keep algae under control (dark leaves can attract algae spots) 🌱 Propagation Very slow: Rhizome division New shoots develop gradually from base 🐟 Aquarium Use Best for: Dark contrast aquascapes Nano tank focal points Hardscape detailing on driftwood/rocks Compatible with: Shrimp Small peaceful fish Nano community setups