Bucephelandra Red Mini
- In stock, ready to ship
- Inventory on the way
Red Mini
Bucephalandra 'Red Mini'
Bucephalandra ‘Red Mini’ is a small, slow-growing aquatic plant from Borneo, valued for its rich reddish-brown foliage and compact size. Ideal for attaching to rocks or driftwood, it adds a vibrant contrast to aquascapes and thrives in a wide range of freshwater setups.
- Quick Guide
- Essentials
- Temperature: 72–82°F (22–28°C)
- Features
-
Growth Environment: Submerged, Emersed, Aquarium, Paludarium, Riparium
-
Care Level: Easy
-
Light Requirements: Low to Moderate Light
-
CO₂ Requirements: CO₂ Recommended
-
Placement: Foreground, Midground
-
Growth Characteristics: Slow-Growing, Rhizomatous
-
Water Parameters: Soft to Moderately Hard Water, pH 6.0–7.5
-
Special Features: Reddish-Brown Foliage, Ideal for Aquascaping
-
Country of Origin: Borneo, Indonesia
-
Light: Low to moderate; higher light can enhance leaf coloration
-
Water: Prefers soft to moderately hard water with a pH between 6.0–7.5
Soil: Not required; attaches to hard surfaces like rocks or driftwood
Placement: Best suited for the foreground to midground, especially on hardscape elements
-
Size: Small, compact clumps with leaves 2–4 cm long
-
Rate: Slow-growing; may produce only a few new leaves per month
-
Foliage: Deep reddish-brown to bronze tones with a slight sheen
-
Flowering: Can produce small, white spathes underwater in stable conditions
Care
-
Fertilizer: Benefits from regular liquid micronutrient dosing
-
CO₂: Recommended for richer coloration and steady growth
-
Pruning/Propagation: Minimal pruning; propagate by dividing rhizome or separating side shoots
-
Special Tips: Keep rhizome above substrate to prevent rot; attach securely to hardscape with thread or aquarium-safe glue
We ship orders within the contiguous United States. Ready-to-ship orders are processed within 1-3 business days. Please email us regarding the processing time on custom orders.