Bucephalandra sp. Cherish-3
Bucephalandra sp. Cherish-3 is a beautiful and hardy aquarium plant with slow growth. It is perfect for decorating rocks and driftwood in an aquarium, creating a natural and aesthetic underwater landscape.
Size: 5–8 cm in height, up to 10 cm in width
Leaf color: from dark green to reddish-purple, with a slight pearlescent tint
Interesting facts:
- Attaches well to rocks and driftwood, does not require planting in the substrate.
- Slow growth helps maintain a neat appearance without frequent trimming.
- With sufficient lighting and CO₂ supplementation, the leaf coloration becomes more intense.
- Can grow both fully submerged and partially submerged, making it popular for paludariums.
Optimal care conditions:
Water temperature: 22–28°C
Water parameters:
GH: 3–12
KH: 1–6
pH: 5.5–7.0
NO₃: 10–25 mg/L
PO₄: 0.5–2 mg/L
Requires CO₂: preferable but not mandatory
Lighting: low – medium
Bucephalandra sp. Cherish-3 is an excellent choice for aquarists looking to create a stylish and natural aquascape with minimal maintenance!
Portion: plant 4-5 leaves
