Bucephalandra spec. “Kapuas Hulu”

Short description Bucephalandra spec. “Kapuas Hulu”:

This decorative, narrow-leaved Bucephalandra variety originates from the Kapuas Hulu region in West Kalimantan on the island of Borneo. There it grows as a rheophyte on rocks in the flood zone of rainforest streams.

Our Bucephalandra sp. “Kapuas Hulu” is characterized by elongated, dark green leaves about 9 cm long with reddish-brown stems on a sturdy rhizome.

Bucephalandra species and forms are mainly epiphytes that attach themselves to rocks or wood and find support with their roots. They can also be anchored to the ground, but the rhizome should not be buried in order to avoid rotting. Bucephalandra sp. “Kapuas Hulu” roots itself and benefits from the humidity. Growth is generally slow to very slow.

Bucephalandra sp. “Kapuas Hulu” also thrive in low light conditions, but look their best in medium light. The ideal temperature range is 20 to 27°C.

We recommend, Bucephalandra sp. “Kapuas Hulu” to a stone or wood with a drop of silicone or hot glue. Take care not to injure the plant in the process. It is best to leave the plant alone afterwards so that it can grow undisturbed. As a rule, Bucephalandra grows slowly and forms new shoots on the rhizome.

Bucephalandra sp. “Kapuas Hulu” can be easily propagated by cutting off end and side shoots, which also encourages the plant to branch out.

Discover the beauty and elegance of the Bucephalandra sp. “Kapuas Hulu” for your terrarium and enrich your terrarium landscape with this fascinating plant.