Description
Plant Profile
The Team Buce Plant Starter Pack exists because scrolling through a hundred Bucephalandra names shouldn’t require a caffeine IV drip. This hand-curated collection brings the enchanting beauty of Buce, sourced from the lush riverbanks of Borneo and known for shimmering navy blue, purple, and emerald green iridescence, straight to your tank without the decision paralysis. Each pack includes five distinct, healthy specimens from our freshest inventory! Whether you’re building your first nano aquascape or detailing a full display, this bundle is your easy, low-tech-friendly ticket into one of the hobby’s most sought-after species.
Choose Your Pack Style
Plant Package (Ideal for 5+ Gallon Tanks): Includes 5 individual loose Bucephalandra plants hand-picked from our current stock. Each plant features a healthy rhizome with at least 10+ mature leaves ready for immediate placement.
Mini Clump Package (Ideal for 20+ Gallon Tanks): Includes 5 generous mini clumps of Bucephalandra. Each mini clump consists of 3 to 5 interconnected plants, offering an instant “bushy” accent for larger hardscape layouts.
Every Team Buce Plant Starter Pack contains a diverse mix of 5 distinct varieties. Potential series and species included in your mix:
Brownie Series:
Brownie Athena
Brownie Blue
Brownie Firebird
Brownie Phantom
Brownie Jade
Brownie Sugar
Kedagang Series:
Kedagang Mini
Kedagang Round
Collector Varieties & Specialty Hybrids:
Black Pearl
Catherinae Mini
Lamandau Mini Purple
Velvet 3 Color
Black Tears
Star Glitz
Rainbow Frost
Red Cherry
Red Blade
Purple Blue
Peacock
Krivbass
…and MORE!
Please note: Specific varieties are hand-selected by our team based on current healthy stock. We are unable to fulfill requests for specific individual species, but we guarantee a beautiful, healthy mix!
Care & Planting Instructions
Attach the individual plants or mini clumps directly to driftwood or rocks using aquarium-safe super glue gel, thread, or fishing line.
Always keep the horizontal rhizome exposed above the substrate; burying the central stem in soil or sand will cause it to rot.
Maintain stable water chemistry and avoid drastic shifts in lighting or parameters to prevent temporary leaf melt.
Provide low to moderate lighting and gentle water circulation to keep slow-growing leaves clean and free of spot algae.
CO2 injection is optional for long-term health, but adding pressurized CO2 will significantly speed up growth rates and intensify color iridescence.
Learn step-by-step mounting techniques in our guide on How to Plant Epiphyte Aquatic Plants.
Quick Facts
Listed information should be treated as general guidelines only. Team Buce Plant encourages you to do thorough research to ensure healthy growth!
Attribute
Specification
Scientific Name
Bucephalandra spp. (Assorted Collection)
Common Name(s)
Team Buce Plant Starter Pack, Buce Variety Bundle
Family
Araceae
Plant Type / Taxonomy
Epiphyte (Rhizome / Multi-Pack)
Care Difficulty
Easy / Beginner-Friendly
Light Requirement
Low to Medium
CO2 Requirement
Not Required but Beneficial
Placement / Usage
Foreground, Midground, Hardscape Accent
Height / Size
Varies by Species (1 – 6+ inches)
Growth Rate
Slow
Water Parameters
pH 6.0 – 7.5 | Temperature 68°F – 80°F (20°C – 26°C)
Propagation Method
Separate by Rhizome Division
Origin
Borneo (Endemic) / Cultivars
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How do I plant the Bucephalandra in the Team Buce Plant Starter Pack?
Bucephalandra plants are epiphytes that naturally attach to hardscape. Secure each plant directly to driftwood, lava rock, or aquarium decor using small dabs of gel-based superglue or cotton thread. Never bury the horizontal rhizome under substrate, as covering it will cause the plant to rot.
2. Is the Buce Starter Pack a good choice for beginners?
Yes! Bucephalandra is one of the easiest aquarium plants for beginners. It thrives in low-tech aquariums without pressurized CO2, tolerates basic LED lighting, and draws nutrients directly from the water column rather than requiring specialized aquasoil.
3. What is the difference between the Plant Package and the Mini Clump Package?
The Plant Package includes five individual loose plants (each with 10+ leaves), making it ideal for smaller tanks (5+ gallons). The Mini Clump Package includes five denser clusters (each made of 3 to 5 plants connected together), providing instant fullness for medium to large aquariums (20+ gallons).
4. Can I request specific species to be included in my starter pack?
Because starter packs are curated based on current greenhouse inventory to guarantee maximum health and freshness, we are unable to fulfill requests for specific varieties. However, every pack is guaranteed to include five distinct, healthy Bucephalandra types.
