Plant Profile
Bucephalandra Maestro Blue stands out for its cool-toned leaves that can develop blue-green to deeper bluish hues under suitable aquarium conditions. The coloration gives this species of Buce a different look from many of the more traditionally green varieties, making it useful when an aquascape needs a subtle shift in color without introducing a completely different plant form.
Its leaves grow from a creeping rhizome, gradually forming a small cluster as new growth develops. Maestro Blue works particularly well tucked into rockwork or along pieces of driftwood, where its deliberate growth can become part of the hardscape over time.
Key Features & Notes
- Blue-green foliage with cool, muted tones
- Leaves can develop a subtle metallic or iridescent appearance
- New leaves may appear lighter before developing deeper coloration as they mature
- Like other Bucephalandra, mature leaves can develop small flowers above the waterline
Care Tips & Preparation
- Bucephalandra is an epiphytic plant that should be attached to rocks or driftwood. Never bury the rhizome in substrate, as this will cause the plant to rot and melt.
- Avoid making drastic changes to your water parameters or lighting. Unstable conditions are the primary cause of leaf melt in new specimens.
- While this plant is hardy and low-maintenance, CO2 injection will yield much faster growth.
- Final size and coloration depend entirely on your specific aquarium conditions. Please note that photos are a representation, and individual plants may vary.
- Please research appropriately to ensure your plant thrives.
Additional Information
Listed information should be treated as general guidelines only. Team Buce Plant encourages you to do thorough research to ensure healthy growth!
Family Name: Araceae
Origin: Borneo
Skill Level: Easy
Growth Rate: Slow
Light: Low to Medium
CO2: Not necessary
pH Range: 6.0 – 7.5
Propagation: Divide the rhizome with sharp scissors