Key Features

• Scientific Name: Bucephalandra sp. APF Platinum

• Common Name: Bucephalandra APF Platinum

• Family: Araceae

• Leaf Color: Platinum

• Growth Form: Compact, bushy

• Unique Characteristics

  Bucephalandra APF Platinum stands out with its stunning platinum leaves, a result of its lack of green pigment. This gives the plant a distinctive, silvery appearance that sets it apart from other aquatic plants. However, this unique coloration also makes it harder to grow, requiring a stable and well-maintained environment.

  Ideal Conditions

  To ensure optimal growth and vibrant color for Bucephalandra APF Platinum, provide the following conditions:

  • Light: Moderate to high intensity

  • CO2: Beneficial for optimal growth

  • Substrate: Nutrient-rich substrate preferred, but ensure the plant is not buried too deeply.

  • Water Temperature: 22-28°C (72-82°F)

  • pH Range: Approximately 5.0

  • Care and Maintenance

    Bucephalandra APF Platinum requires specific care due to its sensitivity:

    • Stable Environment: Maintain stable water parameters, including a low pH around 5.0, to prevent melting and ensure healthy growth.

    • Lighting: Ensure moderate to high light levels to maintain its vibrant coloration.

    • CO2 Injection: Regular CO2 supplementation is necessary for optimal growth.

    • Anchoring: Use stainless steel T-pins to anchor the plant initially due to its tiny root system.

    • Versatile Planting Options

      Bucephalandra APF Platinum can be grown in the substrate, provided it is not buried too deeply. Additionally, this versatile plant can be attached to rocks, stones, driftwood, or any other decor in your aquarium. This flexibility allows you to creatively incorporate it into various aquascaping designs.

      Aquascaping Uses

      Bucephalandra APF Platinum is versatile and perfect for various aquascaping applications:

      • Foreground Plant: Ideal for creating a striking focal point in the foreground.

      • Midground Plant: Adds depth and a unique platinum color to the midground area.

      • Accent Plant: Its stunning platinum leaves make it an excellent highlight in aquascapes.

      • The platinum leaves of Bucephalandra APF Platinum provide excellent contrast and visual interest, enhancing the overall aesthetics of both Dutch and Nature-style aquascapes.

        Propagation

        Propagation of Bucephalandra APF Platinum is straightforward. This plant propagates through rhizome division. Simply cut a healthy rhizome section and replant it in the substrate, where it will develop roots and grow into a new plant.

        Bucephalandra APF Platinum is a must-have for any aquarist looking to enhance their aquarium with a rare and visually stunning plant. Its unique platinum leaves, compact growth, and need for a stable environment make it a standout choice for creating a beautiful, natural underwater landscape.

        • Sold as Tissue Culture Plants in 1 oz cup
        • APF premium product, grown in our lab in USA
        • One of the rarest Bucephalandra on the market

        • Disclaimer: Pictures are not the actual plants you will receive, but a sample representation. Unless specific, we don t guarantee aquatic plants will be free of pests, and pesticides, grow emerged, or submerge.

          Scientific Name		Bucephalandra sp. APF Platinum
          Synonyms		Bucephalandra APF Platinum
          Common Name		White Bucephalandra, Platinum Buce
          Higher Classification		Schismatoglottideae
          Plant Type		Rheophyte Epiphyte
          Placement		Attachable to Driftwood, Stone, or Decor
          CO2		Required
          Growth Rates		Slow
          pH		5.0 – 5.5
          Difficulty Level		Hard
          Nutrient Substrate		Not Required
          Can it grow emerged?		Yes
          Lighting Requirements		Medium – High

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