Bucephalandra Mini Boyan

Bucephalandra Mini Boyan

Bucephalandra Mini Boyan is a rare and highly sought-after aquarium plant known for its compact size and vibrant green to bluish-purple leaves. Originating from the freshwater streams of Borneo, this slow-growing epiphyte develops a bushy appearance, making it an excellent choice for foreground or midground placement in aquascapes. Its delicate, wavy leaves add texture and depth, creating a lush, natural aesthetic in planted tanks.

Caring for Bucephalandra Mini Boyan

Bucephalandra Mini Boyan thrives when attached to rocks, driftwood, or other hard surfaces, where its roots will gradually secure themselves. It spreads slowly through rhizome division, forming dense clusters over time. To ensure healthy growth, attach the plant to rocks, driftwood, or other hard surfaces rather than burying its rhizome in the substrate, as this can cause rot. While it thrives in low-light conditions, providing moderate lighting and fertilization will encourage steady growth and enhance its natural coloration.

• Minimum Lighting Required: Low to Moderate
• Temperature Range: 70-82°F
• Tank Placement: Foreground - Midground
• Plant Size: Due to its rarity and slow-growing nature, Bucephalandra is sold in 1 to 2-inch stem lengths. These plants are healthy and well-established, ready to adapt to your aquarium. With proper care and stable conditions, they will continue to grow, propagate, and develop into lush, thriving clusters over time.

This plant is ideal for aquascapers looking to add intricate detail to their layout. Its small size allows it to fit into tight spaces, making it perfect for nano tanks or as an accent in larger setups. It can be secured to driftwood, lava rock, or other hardscape materials using aquarium-safe glue or thread, where it will establish itself over time. Pairing Bucephalandra Mini Boyan with other epiphytic species like Anubias and Java Fern can create a dynamic, multi-layered underwater environment.

Live aquarium plants like Bucephalandra Mini Boyan play a vital role in maintaining a well-balanced aquarium by naturally filtering the water and absorbing excess nutrients that could otherwise lead to algae buildup. Its dense, leafy structure offers shelter for fish and shrimp, giving them a sense of security and reducing stress. By incorporating live plants like this into your setup, you create a healthier, more stable environment where aquatic life can thrive.

Why Shop With Modern Aquarium?

We take pride in offering premium-quality aquatic plants sourced from trusted growers, ensuring they arrive healthy and ready to flourish in your aquarium. Whether you're curating a natural aquascape or simply adding a touch of greenery, our selection of live plants, driftwood, aquascaping rocks, and botanicals will help you build the perfect underwater habitat.

NOTE: Each plant will have a unique appearance and the provided photo is for reference only. Due to the limited availability of Bucephalandra species, stock runs out quickly—place your order soon to secure this rare plant for your aquarium.