{"product_id":"bucephalandra-maestro-blue","title":"Bucephalandra Maestro Blue","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePlant Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBucephalandra Maestro Blue stands out for its cool-toned leaves that can develop blue-green to deeper bluish hues under suitable aquarium conditions. The coloration gives this species of Buce a different look from many of the more traditionally green varieties, making it useful when an aquascape needs a subtle shift in color without introducing a completely different plant form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts leaves grow from a creeping rhizome, gradually forming a small cluster as new growth develops. Maestro Blue works particularly well tucked into rockwork or along pieces of driftwood, where its deliberate growth can become part of the hardscape over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlue-green foliage with cool, muted tones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeaves can develop a subtle metallic or iridescent appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew leaves may appear lighter before developing deeper coloration as they mature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLike other Bucephalandra, mature leaves can develop small flowers above the waterline\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare Tips \u0026amp; Preparation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBucephalandra is an \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/buceplant.com\/blogs\/aquascaping-guides-and-tips\/epiphyte-or-rheophyte-which-is-it\" title=\"Epiphyte or Rheophyte… Which Is It? How to identify these plants\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eepiphytic plant\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e that should be \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/buceplant.com\/blogs\/aquascaping-guides-and-tips\/how-to-plant-aquatic-plants-epiphytes\" title=\"How to Plant Epiphyte Aquatic Plants\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eattached to rocks or driftwood\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. Never bury the rhizome in substrate, as this will cause the plant to rot and melt.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid making drastic changes to your water parameters or lighting. Unstable conditions are the primary cause of leaf melt in new specimens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhile this plant is hardy and low-maintenance, CO2 injection will yield much faster growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinal size and coloration depend entirely on your specific aquarium conditions. Please note that photos are a representation, and individual plants may vary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlease research appropriately to ensure your plant thrives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional Information\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eListed information should be treated as general guidelines only. Team Buce Plant encourages you to do thorough research to ensure healthy growth!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Araceae\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Borneo\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slow\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to Medium\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCO2:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not necessary\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0 – 7.5\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Divide the rhizome with sharp scissors\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CPA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45204329955528,"sku":"UNP483L","price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1167\/8568\/files\/bucephalandra-maestro-blue-1256831128.jpg?v=1788379897","url":"https:\/\/buceplant.com\/products\/bucephalandra-maestro-blue","provider":"Buce Plant","version":"1.0","type":"link"}