Bucephalandra ‘Purple Wave’
Bucephalandra ‘Purple Wave’ is a sought-after Buce variety known for its rippled leaf edges and deep green to purple tones that develop under stable aquarium conditions. Its compact growth and textured foliage make it a favourite for detailed Aquascaping, especially when used on stone or driftwood.
Sold as a loose rhizome: This Bucephalandra is provided unattached, giving you full control over placement. Attach it to rock or wood using thread or aquarium-safe glue.
Do not bury the rhizome—keeping it exposed is essential for long-term health.
Why Aquascapers Like It
- Subtle purple and metallic hues that develop with time
- Wavy leaf margins add texture and visual movement
- Compact, slow growth ideal for refined layouts
- Excellent epiphyte plant for hardscape detail
- Stable and long-lasting once established
Care & Placement
- Placement: Foreground to midground, attached to hardscape
- Lighting: Low to moderate (higher light may improve colour but increases algae risk)
- CO₂: Optional, but helpful for cleaner growth and colour development
- Flow: Moderate flow keeps leaves clean and healthy
- Maintenance: Minimal—remove older leaves as needed
Aquascaping Tips
- Place in shaded or partially shaded areas to reduce algae on slow-growing leaves.
- Works well clustered with other Buce varieties for texture contrast.
- Allow time—colour and leaf shape improve as the plant settles.
Plant Specs
| Category |
Details |
| Type |
Rhizome / Epiphyte Plant |
| Difficulty |
Easy |
| Growth Rate |
Slow |
| Light |
Low to Moderate |
| CO₂ |
Optional |
| Placement |
Foreground to Midground (attached) |
| Temperature |
22–28°C |
| pH Range |
~6.0–7.5 |
Leaf size, colour intensity, and growth form may vary depending on lighting, nutrients, and aquarium conditions. Bucephalandra develop their best colour with patience and stable parameters.
