🌿 All About Bucephalandra sp. 'White' – Growow TC Plant

Bucephalandra sp. 'White' is a rare and visually striking variant in the Bucephalandra genus, known for its subtle whitish to pale green leaves with a slightly translucent, iridescent appearance. A slow-growing epiphytic plant, it's perfect for detailed aquascaping and nano tanks, where its unique look can truly shine.

As a Growow Tissue Culture (TC) plant, it comes in a sterile cup – free from pests, algae, and snails, ensuring a healthy, clean start for your aquarium.

🔍 Quick Overview

• Scientific Name: Bucephalandra sp. 'White'

• Family: Araceae

• Origin: Borneo (native habitat)

• Growth Type: Rhizomatous epiphyte

• Position in Tank: Foreground, hardscape accent

🌱 Plant Features

• Height: 2–6 cm

• Leaf Shape: Small, oval to lanceolate

• Color: Light green to whitish hue, sometimes shimmering under light

• Growth Rate: Very slow

• Propagation: Rhizome division

• Lighting Needs: Low to medium (too much can damage delicate color)

💧 Tank Requirements

• Lighting: Low to medium (highlighting its pale hues)

• CO₂: Optional, but enhances growth and color

• Substrate: Not needed – grows on rocks, wood, or decor

• Water pH: 6.0–7.5

• Temperature: 22–28°C

• Flow: Moderate to low (good circulation helps prevent algae)

🧪 Growow Tissue Culture Benefits

• 100% sterile – free from snails, algae, and contaminants

• Best choice for clean tanks and shrimp-safe environments

• Establishes faster when transitioning from cup to tank

• No acclimation issues from emersed to submerged forms

🌟 Why Choose Buce 'White'?

• Unique whitish foliage stands out among darker greens

• Adds contrast and elegance to hardscape features

• Ideal for nano tanks, scapes with rockwork, or driftwood

• Extremely low-maintenance once established

• Hardy and adaptable to a wide range of water conditions

• Slow growth helps maintain aquascape layout over time

🧠 Aquascaping Tips

• Attach to rocks or driftwood using thread, glue, or mesh

• Combine with other Buce varieties, mosses, or Anubias for texture

• Excellent for Iwagumi, nature-style, and nano aquascapes

• Avoid burying the rhizome in substrate – it may rot

• Position under soft or shaded light to avoid algae and leaf burn

💡 Pro Tip: Because of its pale tones, Buce 'White' pairs beautifully with dark hardscape and deep green plants. Use spotlights or angled lighting to highlight its soft shimmer.