
✨Wavy purple nuances. A Bucephalandra that enjoys movement and sexiness.
✨Bucephalandra sp. Purple Wave is a type characterized by its slightly undulating leaves and purple nuances that appear depending on the angle and amount of light. Rather than an intense purple, the color blends with brown and dark green, giving it a distinct character without being flashy. The dynamic
lines of the leaves make it particularly striking when you want to add rhythm to your layout.
[Biological information]
Species: Bucephalandra sp. Purple Wave
; Trade name: Purple Wave
; Characteristics: Undulated leaf shape / Purple to brown nuances / Dynamic plant form
; Growth rate: Slow (retains shape well)
; Cultivation difficulty: Low to medium
; Recommended placement: Foreground to midground, as an accent for rockwork, alongside driftwood
[Growing Guidelines]
Light intensity: Weak to medium (strong light can cause the purple color to fade)
CO2: Can be grown without additives; adding CO2 helps stabilize leaf volume and color
. Planting method: Do not bury the rhizome, but attach it to stones or driftwood
. Care: Old leaves may be damaged in the early stages of planting, but will stabilize after new shoots develop.
[Recommended points]
・The movement of the leaves can be used to add variety to aquascapes that tend to be monotonous.
・Combining it with dark or blue Bucepha will add a richness to the look.