Bucephalandra Titan

Plant Profile

Common Name: Bucephalandra Titan

Buce ‘Titan’ is a small, low-tech aquarium plant featuring small ruffled leaves that sprout from reddish stems along a creeping rhizome. This variety displays a sophisticated color palette that varies from dark green to deep bluish tones depending on the lighting and nutrient levels of the environment. Highly versatile, it can be grown submerged or emersed, usually attached to hardscape such as driftwood or rocks rather than being buried in traditional aquarium substrate. It is an exquisite choice for the foreground or midground of freshwater aquascapes, where its compact growth creates a dense, detailed colony within a planted tank.

Key Features & Notes

• Similar to Buce Catherinae Red, Titan is prized for the warm, colored stems that contrast beautifully against its dark, metallic foliage.
• The small, undulating leaf margins provide a high level of texture, making it ideal for adding "moss-like" detail to rocks and wood.
• This is one of the most durable species in the hobby and thrives in shaded areas. It is an ideal choice for aquascapes where other plants might struggle.
• It is perfectly at home fully submerged in an aquarium or emersed in high-humidity terrariums, vivariums, and paludariums.

Care Tips & Preparation

• Bucephalandra is an epiphytic plant that should be attached to rocks or driftwood. Never bury the rhizome in substrate, as this will cause the plant to rot and melt.
• Carefully remove the plant from its pot and clear away all rockwool from the roots. For a deep dive on prepping potted plants, click here.
• Avoid making drastic changes to your water parameters or lighting. Unstable conditions are the primary cause of leaf melt in new specimens.
• While this plant is hardy and low-maintenance, CO2 injection will yield much faster growth. We recommend researching your specific water chemistry to ensure your plant thrives.
• Final size and coloration depend entirely on your specific aquarium conditions. Please note that photos are a representation, and individual plants may vary.
• Please research appropriately to ensure your plant thrives.

Additional Information

Listed information should be treated as general guidelines only. Team Buce Plant encourages you to do thorough research to ensure healthy growth!

Family Name: Araceae
Origin: Borneo (Endemic)
Skill Level: Easy
Growth Rate: Slow
Light: Low to Medium
CO2: Not necessary but recommended
pH Range: 6.0 – 7.5
Propagation: Divide the rhizome with sharp scissors