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Easy Grow Bucephalandra theia

Iridescent deep-green Bucephalandra theia in Easy Grow tissue culture — pest free

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    Quick Facts

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    Position in Aquarium: Attach to wood/rock

    Growth rate: Slow

    Grows up to: 10 cm

    Pot size: 7 cm

    Origin: Asia

    Description

    Bucephalandra theia is a refined and sought-after Bucephalandra variety from Borneo producing oval to lance-shaped leaves in rich green to dark green with a characteristic iridescent sheen that shifts subtly under different lighting angles. Its consistent, attractive colouration and manageable growth habit make it a popular choice for hobbyists building Bucephalandra collections on driftwood arrangements.

    Like all Bucephalandra it grows attached to hardscape rather than in the substrate, tolerating low to medium light without CO2 injection. Growth is slow and the plant is very long-lived, developing a spreading rhizome across surfaces over time. Under good light it may produce small submerged flowers, one of the distinctive traits of the genus.

    Supplied as an Easy Grow tissue culture cup, this plant arrives completely free from snails, pest algae, and pesticide residue. Rinse the gel, divide and attach to wood or rock using thread or aquarium-safe glue. Suits aquariums from 20 litres upward — a collectors' Bucephalandra with genuine visual appeal and full shrimp compatibility.

    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.

    WHAT TO EXPECT

    Tissue cultured plants are supplied young and grown in a sterile environment, so they arrive free from snails, algae and pesticide residue. They may look smaller on arrival, but each cup contains multiple plantlets designed to be divided and planted out, where they establish quickly with minimal melt and grow into place.

    Easy Grow Bucephalandra theia
    Easy Grow Bucephalandra theia
    Easy Grow Bucephalandra theia
    Easy Grow Bucephalandra theia

    Product Details

    1. Grown in a laboratory

    Tissue Cultured Plants are unique in so much as they are grown in a laboratory and not a greenhouse. As a result of this, a cast iron guarantee is offered which is 100% so snails and no pesticides.

    2. How to handle them

    They're a bit different from potted plants because they're grown in an agae solution that contains nutrients and hormones to encrougage plants to grow. Some agar is liquid, others are more solid depending on what the growers prefers. Regardless once they arrive with you, acclimatise to room temperature and then rinse under luke warm tap water. Then plant up.

    3. Pot sizes

    Nearly all TC pots are 5cm in diameter and the pots will range in fullness depending on many factors such as the natural growth speed of the plant and the time the grower has held them for. Sometimes the pots are exceptionally full and sometimes not so full - something we cannot control. But either way, they're still really good value when you look at the overall plant mass.

    Product FAQs

    Helpful details before you buy.

    What does Bucephalandra theia look like?

    It produces oval to lance-shaped deep green leaves with a characteristic iridescent sheen visible under direct lighting. The sheen is a hallmark of the Bucephalandra genus.

    Does it need CO2?

    No. Like all Bucephalandra it grows without CO2 in low to medium light and is suitable for low-tech and nano aquariums.

    How do I attach it to hardscape?

    Rinse the agar gel, divide the plantlets, and attach to wood or rock using thread or aquarium-safe glue. Never bury the rhizome.

    Is it safe for shrimp tanks?

    Yes. As an Easy Grow tissue culture plant it arrives free from snails, algae, and pesticide residue — perfect for shrimp aquariums.

    Does it flower?

    Yes. Like other Bucephalandra it can produce small delicate submerged flowers under good conditions, adding fine detail to a close-up aquascape.