Description & care
Bucephalandra 'Pandora Queen' is a beautiful and highly sought-after Bucephalandra variety, prized for its elegant foliage and subtle iridescent tones. Its compact growth and unique leaf texture make it an excellent choice for adding detail and contrast to aquascapes. Native to the streams of Borneo, this slow-growing epiphytic plant is best attached to driftwood or rocks rather than buried in the substrate.
Suitable for both low-tech and high-tech aquariums, Bucephalandra 'Pandora Queen' thrives under low to medium lighting and benefits from regular fertilisation and CO₂ supplementation for enhanced colour and growth. Its hardy nature and low maintenance requirements make it ideal for both beginners and experienced aquascapers. This variety is perfect for foreground and midground placement, creating a natural focal point while providing shelter for shrimp and small fish.
Features:
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Leaf Colour: Deep green with iridescent highlights
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Placement: Foreground / Midground
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Lighting: Low to medium
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CO₂: Optional (recommended for enhanced growth and colour)
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Growth Rate: Slow
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Best attached to driftwood, rocks, or other hardscape materials