Bucephalandra - Dark velvet

Bucephalandra ‘Dark Velvet’ is a premium, slow-growing rhizome plant prized for its deep, velvety foliage and subtle metallic sheen. Under the right lighting, its dark green to near-black leaves reveal hints of blue or purple iridescence, adding dramatic contrast to any aquascape.

Compact and elegant, this variety is perfect for attaching to driftwood or stone, where it develops a dense, sculpted appearance over time.

Why You’ll Love It

• 🌑 Rich, dark velvet-toned leaves

• ✨ Subtle metallic shimmer under strong light

• 🪵 Ideal for wood & rock attachment

• 🐌 Hardy and adaptable

• 🦐 Excellent for shrimp tanks

Care Guide

• Lighting: Low to Medium (higher light enhances coloration)

• CO₂: Not required, but improves growth & coloration

• Growth Rate: Slow

• Placement: Foreground / Midground / Hardscape

• Propagation: Divide rhizome

⚠️ Do not bury the rhizome. Attach securely to hardscape using thread or aquarium-safe glue to prevent rot.