Bucephalandra Deep Purple

You will receive: 1 pot, ready to plant — freshly delivered from the nursery.

✅ Level: Easy — Bucephalandra Deep Purple is a rewarding, slow-growing plant. No CO₂ required.

Bucephalandra Deep Purple is a striking variant with deep purple leaf hues that beautifully light up in the right conditions. A true collector's plant that adds a unique splash of color to any aquascape, very low maintenance.

🌿 Plant specifications

🚚 Delivery & guarantee

• Freshly delivered from the nursery — ready to plant
• Shipping Tuesday or Friday → Read more about shipping
• Delivery with track & trace, usually within 1–2 business days
• Received dead? We will resolve this together. Contact us within 24 hours of receipt with a photo.
• Free shipping from €59,-

✂️ Care

Tie the plant to wood or stone with a string or thread — Bucephalandra will attach itself after a few weeks. Avoid fully burying the rhizome in the substrate. The purple color is best expressed with sufficient light.

💡 Planter's tip

Combine with green plants such as Anubias nana or moss species for a strong color contrast. Ideal for wabi-kusa and nano-aquariums.

❓ Frequently asked questions

Do I need to plant this plant in the substrate?
No, Bucephalandra is an epiphyte and grows best attached to wood or stone, not in the substrate.

How do I get the most intense purple color?
Sufficient light enhances the purple hue of the leaves. In low light, the plant remains darker green.

My plant arrived yellow or limp — is that normal?
Yes, this is transport stress and almost always temporary. Give the plant 1–2 weeks to acclimatize. For persistent problems: contact us.

Is this plant suitable for a shrimp tank?
Yes, completely shrimp-friendly.

Do you have another question? Feel free to contact us — we are happy to help you make the right choice for your aquarium.