Bucephalandra theia is a slow-growing, compact aquarium plant prized for its deep green to bluish leaves and subtle iridescent sheen under good lighting. Native to Borneo, it naturally grows attached to rocks and wood in fast-flowing streams, so in the aquarium it should be tied or glued to hardscape rather than buried in substrate, as covering the rhizome can cause rot. It’s well suited to low to moderate light and benefits from stable conditions, making it ideal for nano tanks and detailed aquascapes. Growth is steady rather than fast, but with patience it forms dense, characterful clumps that add texture and depth without taking over your layout.
Ordered the 120l aquarium kit for a new setup we’d bought my dad for his retirement and I was blown away by the variety and quality of the items provided.
Everything was in perfect condition on arrival and, despite sourcing the wood locally, everything just worked around it.
My dad is over the moon with how it came out and the aquarium looks like it’s been established for a while already.
Highly recommend and would definitely shop here again





