Bucephalandra Alamanda Dark Vitro Culture

Bucephalandra Alamanda Dark Vitro Culture®

Exotic, Compact Beauty with Striking Deep Tones — Grown Sterile & Pest-Free

Bucephalandra Alamanda Dark is a rare and captivating variety of Bucephalandra, prized for its deep olive to violet-black foliage and compact growth. Grown in sterile lab conditions, this Vitro Culture® version ensures a pest-free start with multiple plantlets ready for planting. Its velvety, dark leaves and slow-growing nature make it an ideal choice for detailed aquascapes, nano tanks, and shaded aquarium areas.

🌿 Key Features:

• Scientific Name: Bucephalandra sp. ‘Alamanda Dark’

• Growth Form: Compact clumps with short rhizomes and dense foliage

• Coloration: Deep green to purplish-black leaves with iridescent shimmer

• Lighting Needs: Low to moderate light

• Growth Rate: Slow and steady

• CO₂ Requirement: Not required but enhances color and health

🧪 Vitro Culture® Advantages:

• Sterile Environment: Grown 100% in vitro – free from algae, snails, and pesticides

• Tissue Culture Format: Each 4-inch sealed bag contains approx. 3–4 small clumps

• Safe Introduction: Ideal for sensitive tanks, shrimp setups, and plant quarantines

🖼️ Aquascaping Benefits:

• Ideal Placement: Midground to foreground in nano or small aquariums

• Versatile Mounting: Attach to driftwood, lava rocks, or aquarium decor

• Aesthetic Appeal: Adds depth and contrast to green-heavy layouts

🌱 Propagation & Growth:

• Propagation: Divide rhizome carefully after new shoots develop

• Nutrient Substrate: Not Required – thrives on hardscape

• Can Be Grown Emersed: Yes, under high humidity and good airflow

📦 What You’ll Receive:

• 1x 4-inch Vitro Culture® sealed bag containing approx. 3–4 small plants

• Grown in gel medium and ready to be rinsed and planted

🔒 Disclaimer:

Pictures shown are a sample representation. Actual plant size, color, and appearance may vary depending on environmental conditions. Tissue culture plants are delicate upon arrival and must be acclimated with care. Gel medium must be thoroughly rinsed off before planting.

⚠️ State Restrictions Notice

♻️ Be a Responsible Aquatic Plants Owner
Never release Bucephalandra—or any aquatic plant or animal—into local waterways. Dispose of unwanted plants responsibly. While not federally restricted, always check your local state regulations before purchasing.