{"product_id":"bucephalandra-blue-mini","title":"Bucephalandra Blue- Mini","description":"\u003cp\u003eBucephalandra Mini Blue\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"61\" data-end=\"228\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"63\" data-end=\"228\"\u003eThis plant is a variety of the genus Bucephalandra, native to Borneo and typically found growing on rocks or wood in streams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"229\" data-end=\"452\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"231\" data-end=\"452\"\u003eIt’s \u003cstrong data-start=\"236\" data-end=\"249\"\u003eepiphytic\u003c\/strong\u003e (i.e., attaches to hardscape like driftwood or rock) rather than being planted in substrate. That means you can integrate it into your aquascape in creative ways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"453\" data-end=\"626\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"455\" data-end=\"626\"\u003eIt has \u003cstrong data-start=\"462\" data-end=\"498\"\u003elow to medium light requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e and a slow growth rate, making it suitable for both beginner and experienced aquarists. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"627\" data-end=\"774\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"629\" data-end=\"774\"\u003eBecause it grows slowly and doesn’t need frequent trimming, it’s ideal for maintenance-friendly layouts, nano tanks, or as a detail accent plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"846\" data-end=\"910\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHere are the aesthetic qualities that make this plant stand out:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"912\" data-end=\"1730\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"912\" data-end=\"1133\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"914\" data-end=\"1133\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"914\" data-end=\"929\"\u003eColor\/Sheen\u003c\/strong\u003e: The Mini Blue variety displays a shimmering blue or bluish-violet tone under aquarium lighting. For example, one retailer describes it as “metallic blue shimmer”.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1134\" data-end=\"1321\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1136\" data-end=\"1321\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1136\" data-end=\"1154\"\u003eTexture \u0026amp; Size\u003c\/strong\u003e: With a “mini” growth habit, its leaves stay compact and often form dense clumps, which works beautifully in foreground or attached to stones\/wood as accent pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1322\" data-end=\"1535\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1324\" data-end=\"1535\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1324\" data-end=\"1344\"\u003eContrast \u0026amp; Focus\u003c\/strong\u003e: Because the bluish sheen is relatively rare in aquatic plants, it draws the eye and creates a focal point in your aquascape. Imagine a dark driftwood with this plant attached — beautiful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1536\" data-end=\"1730\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1538\" data-end=\"1730\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1538\" data-end=\"1553\"\u003eVersatility\u003c\/strong\u003e: You can place it on driftwood, rocks, or even in the foreground of a tank. Its slow growth means it won’t rapidly overtake your design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1732\" data-end=\"1756\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to use it well\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1757\" data-end=\"2736\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1757\" data-end=\"1951\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1759\" data-end=\"1951\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1759\" data-end=\"1773\"\u003eAttachment\u003c\/strong\u003e: Since it’s an epiphyte, tie or glue the rhizome onto rock or driftwood. Don’t bury the rhizome under substrate – doing so can cause rot. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1952\" data-end=\"2158\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1954\" data-end=\"2158\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1954\" data-end=\"1966\"\u003eLighting\u003c\/strong\u003e: Provide low to medium light. If you increase lighting (and add CO₂\/nutrients), the colour may intensify but you also risk algae if growth is too slow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2159\" data-end=\"2321\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2161\" data-end=\"2321\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2161\" data-end=\"2180\"\u003eCO₂ \u0026amp; nutrients\u003c\/strong\u003e: Not strictly required, but CO₂ injection and good nutrient levels help enhance colour and growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2322\" data-end=\"2526\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2324\" data-end=\"2347\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2324\" data-end=\"2344\"\u003eWater conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2350\" data-end=\"2526\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2350\" data-end=\"2425\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2352\" data-end=\"2425\"\u003eTemperature: ~20-27°C (68-80°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2428\" data-end=\"2526\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2430\" data-end=\"2526\"\u003epH: Approximately 6.0-7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral) \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2527\" data-end=\"2736\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2529\" data-end=\"2736\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2529\" data-end=\"2541\"\u003ePatience\u003c\/strong\u003e: Growth will be slow. It may take weeks to months to see significant spread. But that slow pace is part of the charm — stable, elegant, low-maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2738\" data-end=\"2765\"\u003eWhy choose this plant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2766\" data-end=\"3182\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2766\" data-end=\"2851\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2768\" data-end=\"2851\"\u003eIf you want a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2782\" data-end=\"2806\"\u003eunique colour accent\u003c\/strong\u003e in your aquarium (the blue sheen is rare).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2852\" data-end=\"2994\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2854\" data-end=\"2994\"\u003eIf you are creating a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2876\" data-end=\"2922\"\u003enature-style or hardscape-driftwood layout\u003c\/strong\u003e and want plants to attach to wood\/rock rather than filling substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2995\" data-end=\"3089\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2997\" data-end=\"3089\"\u003eIf you prefer \u003cstrong data-start=\"3011\" data-end=\"3030\"\u003elow-maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e — less frequent trimming, slower growth means less work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3090\" data-end=\"3182\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3092\" data-end=\"3182\"\u003eIf you have a \u003cstrong data-start=\"3106\" data-end=\"3119\"\u003enano tank\u003c\/strong\u003e or foreground\/midground area where a compact plant works best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n","brand":"Splashy Fin Aquarium","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42137000443989,"sku":"BUCEMINI","price":1500.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/8813\/2181\/files\/32347_buce-mini-blue_1c05391e-a04f-4d30-b3fc-07d7b7f5c024.jpg?v=1770807147","url":"https:\/\/splashyfin.com\/products\/bucephalandra-blue-mini","provider":"Splashy Fin Aquarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}