• Bucephalandra with Moss On Mini Lava - Aqua Essentials
  • Bucephalandra with Moss On Mini Lava - Aqua Essentials
  • Bucephalandra with Moss On Mini Lava - Aqua Essentials
  • Bucephalandra with Moss On Mini Lava - Aqua Essentials
  • Bucephalandra with Moss On Mini Lava - Aqua Essentials
  • Bucephalandra On Lava - Mini - Aqua Essentials
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Bucephalandra with Moss On Mini Lava

Buce and moss combined on mini lava rock

Buce and moss combined on mini lava rock

Over 300 sold
£12.99
£12.99
    Description

    This mini lava rock piece combines Bucephalandra — the rare, premium epiphyte from Borneo with small, often iridescent dark green to blue-green leaves — with aquarium moss, creating a detailed planted feature that showcases two highly regarded plant types at a compact scale. The jewel-like quality of Bucephalandra alongside the soft texture of moss on dark volcanic rock produces a striking effect that is disproportionate to the product's small size.

    Bucephalandra grows in low to medium light without CO2 injection and is tolerant of a wide range of water conditions, making it more accessible than its premium appearance might suggest. The moss is equally forgiving. Both are slow-growing and long-lived, requiring very little ongoing attention once established on the lava rock.

    Both plants are pre-established on the lava rock so no further attachment is needed — simply rinse and place in the aquarium. The lava rock sinks immediately. Suited to aquariums of 20 litres and above and particularly popular in shrimp tanks and nano aquascapes where the Bucephalandra's small, iridescent leaves can be appreciated up close.
    Quick Facts

    Common name:

    Origin: Cultivated

    Position in Aquarium: Foreground

    Grows up to (cm): 10 cm

    Growth rate: Slow

    Dimensions (cm): 4-6cm approx
    Plant Sizes

    The image of the plant you'll be receiving is just an example of what you can expect. Each plant is unique and may vary in size and shape, so it won't be an exact match to the photo. If we provide a size guide, keep in mind that it's just an estimate and that plants can vary in size depending on the time of year.
    Shipping

    Same-day dispatch on orders placed before 4pm, Monday to Friday. Tracked 24 Service from £4.99, DPD Express from £6.99.
    Bucephalandra with Moss On Mini Lava - Aqua Essentials
    Bucephalandra with Moss On Mini Lava - Aqua Essentials
    Bucephalandra with Moss On Mini Lava - Aqua Essentials
    Bucephalandra with Moss On Mini Lava - Aqua Essentials
    Bucephalandra On Lava - Mini - Aqua Essentials

    Customers praised this aquarium plant as healthy and thriving, with many noting it arrives in perfect condition with flowers. Shoppers appreciated the good packaging and size, though one mentioned inconsistency in sizing compared to previous orders. Overall, customers found it a great addition to tanks.

    • Arrived very healthy with flowers, in perfect condition as usual, very well packed.
    • A great addition to my tank. These are thriving already.
    • Brilliant! So healthy and exactly what I ordered.
    • 5 stars: 6 (86%)
    • 4 stars: 0 (0%)
    • 3 stars: 1 (14%)
    • 2 stars: 0 (0%)
    • 1 star: 0 (0%)
    P
    Peter H. (Bolton, GB)
    Fit:
    Very bad
    Very good
    Very pleased with all 3 items purchased

    Very pleased with all 3 items purchased especially the one you've mentioned it is now budding with a few flowers and looking great and placed them in the front in the tank

    I
    IAN B. (Rotherham, GB)
    Highly delighted

    A great addition to my tank. I've not had much luck with bucephalandra before but these are thriving already.

    J
    J.S.

    Good

    E
    Elaine N.
    Review

    Brilliant! So healthy and exactly what I ordered

    S
    Sheila J.
    Review

    Nice healthy little plant but much smaller than ones I received previously.

    S
    Sue B.
    Review

    Very pleased with both the size and growth of this additional plant to my tropical tank.

    S
    Sue H.
    Review

    Great little piece, arrived very healthy with flowers, in perfect condition as usual, very well packed as I have come to expect, and doing very well in my aquarium.

    K
    Kevin

    Has the plant been grown submerged or will it shed leaves when placed in my aquarium?

    Aqua Essentials

    99% of our plants are grown emerged - that doesn't mean they will shed their leaves in your aquarium though. That's all down to conditions.

    Product FAQs

    Helpful details before you buy.

    What is Bucephalandra?

    A rare epiphyte from Borneo producing small, often iridescent dark to blue-green leaves. It is slow-growing and long-lived, highly valued in planted aquariums for its unusual leaf sheen.

    Does it need CO2?

    No — Bucephalandra grows in low to medium light without CO2 injection.

    Do I need to attach anything when it arrives?

    No — both Bucephalandra and moss are pre-established on the lava rock. Just rinse and place.

    Why is the exact species of Bucephalandra not listed?

    Bucephalandra includes hundreds of varieties with similar care needs. The specific variety supplied varies with seasonal stock — contact us if a particular variety is important.

    Is it safe for shrimp?

    Yes — both Bucephalandra and moss are shrimp-safe. The combination is popular in shrimp tanks where the moss provides grazing and the Bucephalandra adds colour.

    • Bucephalandra with Moss On Mini Lava - Aqua Essentials
    • Bucephalandra with Moss On Mini Lava - Aqua Essentials
    • Bucephalandra with Moss On Mini Lava - Aqua Essentials
    • Bucephalandra with Moss On Mini Lava - Aqua Essentials
    • Bucephalandra On Lava - Mini - Aqua Essentials
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    Bucephalandra with Moss On Mini Lava

    Buce and moss combined on mini lava rock

    Ask a question Over 300 sold
    Easy care Medium light CO2 not required Attach to wood or rock
    £12.99
    £12.99
    • In stock

    In-stock orders normally dispatch before 4pm, Monday–Friday. Delivery details

    Bucephalandra with Moss On Mini Lava - Aqua Essentials
    Bucephalandra with Moss On Mini Lava - Aqua Essentials
    Bucephalandra with Moss On Mini Lava - Aqua Essentials
    Bucephalandra with Moss On Mini Lava - Aqua Essentials
    Bucephalandra On Lava - Mini - Aqua Essentials

    Complete your setup

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    Care essentials chosen for this plant

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    Brighter results
    Neutro T Aquarium Plant Fertiliser Recommended size
    £10.99
    Liquid carbon Neutro CO₂ - Liquid Carbon for planted aquariums

    Helps boost plant growth
    and colouration.

    Recommended size
    £10.99
    Superfish Aquarium Plant Scissors Recommended size
    £11.99
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    About this planted decor

    This mini lava rock piece combines Bucephalandra — the rare, premium epiphyte from Borneo with small, often iridescent dark green to blue-green leaves — with aquarium moss, creating a detailed planted feature that showcases two highly regarded plant types at a compact scale. The jewel-like quality of Bucephalandra alongside the soft texture of moss on dark volcanic rock produces a striking effect that is disproportionate to the product's small size.

    Bucephalandra grows in low to medium light without CO2 injection and is tolerant of a wide range of water conditions, making it more accessible than its premium appearance might suggest. The moss is equally forgiving. Both are slow-growing and long-lived, requiring very little ongoing attention once established on the lava rock.

    Both plants are pre-established on the lava rock so no further attachment is needed — simply rinse and place in the aquarium. The lava rock sinks immediately. Suited to aquariums of 20 litres and above and particularly popular in shrimp tanks and nano aquascapes where the Bucephalandra's small, iridescent leaves can be appreciated up close.

    Customers praised this aquarium plant as healthy and thriving, with many noting it arrives in perfect condition with flowers. Shoppers appreciated the good packaging and size, though one mentioned inconsistency in sizing compared to previous orders. Overall, customers found it a great addition to tanks.

    • Arrived very healthy with flowers, in perfect condition as usual, very well packed.
    • A great addition to my tank. These are thriving already.
    • Brilliant! So healthy and exactly what I ordered.
    • 5 stars: 6 (86%)
    • 4 stars: 0 (0%)
    • 3 stars: 1 (14%)
    • 2 stars: 0 (0%)
    • 1 star: 0 (0%)
    P
    Peter H. (Bolton, GB)
    Fit:
    Very bad
    Very good
    Very pleased with all 3 items purchased

    Very pleased with all 3 items purchased especially the one you've mentioned it is now budding with a few flowers and looking great and placed them in the front in the tank

    I
    IAN B. (Rotherham, GB)
    Highly delighted

    A great addition to my tank. I've not had much luck with bucephalandra before but these are thriving already.

    J
    J.S.

    Good

    E
    Elaine N.
    Review

    Brilliant! So healthy and exactly what I ordered

    S
    Sheila J.
    Review

    Nice healthy little plant but much smaller than ones I received previously.

    S
    Sue B.
    Review

    Very pleased with both the size and growth of this additional plant to my tropical tank.

    S
    Sue H.
    Review

    Great little piece, arrived very healthy with flowers, in perfect condition as usual, very well packed as I have come to expect, and doing very well in my aquarium.

    K
    Kevin

    Has the plant been grown submerged or will it shed leaves when placed in my aquarium?

    Aqua Essentials

    99% of our plants are grown emerged - that doesn't mean they will shed their leaves in your aquarium though. That's all down to conditions.

    Product FAQs

    What is Bucephalandra?

    A rare epiphyte from Borneo producing small, often iridescent dark to blue-green leaves. It is slow-growing and long-lived, highly valued in planted aquariums for its unusual leaf sheen.

    Does it need CO2?

    No — Bucephalandra grows in low to medium light without CO2 injection.

    Do I need to attach anything when it arrives?

    No — both Bucephalandra and moss are pre-established on the lava rock. Just rinse and place.

    Why is the exact species of Bucephalandra not listed?

    Bucephalandra includes hundreds of varieties with similar care needs. The specific variety supplied varies with seasonal stock — contact us if a particular variety is important.

    Is it safe for shrimp?

    Yes — both Bucephalandra and moss are shrimp-safe. The combination is popular in shrimp tanks where the moss provides grazing and the Bucephalandra adds colour.