{"product_id":"bucephalandra-sp-white-uns-tissue-culture","title":"Bucephalandra sp. White UNS Tissue Culture","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePlant Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBucephalandra sp. ‘White’ is a rare Bucephalandra variety known for its pale green to silvery-white leaves and compact growth. Its light coloration provides strong contrast against dark rocks, driftwood, and other green aquarium plants, making it a unique choice for detailed aquascapes. Like other Buce, it is a slow-growing rhizome plant that can be attached to hardscape rather than planted in the substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis variety is more sensitive than many common Bucephalandra and may require stable conditions, consistent nutrients, and appropriate lighting to maintain its pale coloration. It can be grown fully submerged in freshwater aquariums and is best suited to foreground or midground placement where its unusual color can stand out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTissue cultures provide a clean, lab-grown start that is free from algae, snails, and other common aquarium hitchhikers. Once removed from the cup, the plant can be divided into smaller portions and attached to rocks or driftwood to establish throughout an aquascape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Notes\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeaves have a distinct pale, almost frosted appearance that sets this variety apart from darker green Bucephalandra.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew growth can emerge lighter before developing more coloration as the leaves mature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForms a compact clump over time rather than sending out tall vertical growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature plants can develop multiple leaf sizes within the same clump, giving established specimens a more layered appearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe unusual light coloration makes it easy to distinguish from more traditional green Buce varieties.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare \u0026amp; Planting Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrep the plant by carefully removing the plantlets from the cup and \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=FJLHDmTxBl0\" title=\"How to prepare aquarium tissue culture plants!\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003erinsing away all sterile nutrient gel\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e under lukewarm, dechlorinated water before mounting.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\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\" 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\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eattached to rocks or driftwood\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with aquarium-safe glue or thread; never bury the horizontal rhizome in substrate, as it will rot and melt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid making drastic changes to your water parameters or lighting because 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 in standard low-light aquarium plant setups, CO2 injection and regular liquid fertilizing will yield much faster growth and a smoother tissue culture transition.\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\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Facts\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\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003eBucephalandra sp. ‘White’\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCommon Name(s)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite Bucephalandra, Buce White, White Buce\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAraceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePlant Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEpiphyte (Tissue Culture)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCare Difficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy \/ Intermediate (Low-Tech Compatible)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLight Requirement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow to Medium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCO2 Requirement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended for TC transition (Accelerates growth)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePlacement \/ Usage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForeground Detail, Midground Accent, Hardscape Crevices\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeight \/ Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.5\"–1.5\" (1.0–3.5 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003epH 6.0–7.5 | Temperature 72°F–82°F\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePropagation Method\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRhizome Division (Separate with sharp shears)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOrigin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBorneo (Endemic \/ Lab Cultivated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. How do I prepare tissue culture Bucephalandra for planting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGently remove the plant from its plastic cup, rinse off all the nutrient gel under lukewarm water, and separate the plant into smaller clumps before attaching them to driftwood or rock using aquarium-safe glue or thread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. Why is my tissue culture Bucephalandra melting after planting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTissue culture plants undergo an acclimation phase when transitioning to underwater conditions. Maintain stable water parameters, good circulation, and moderate light; as long as the rhizome stays firm, new submerged leaves will emerge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. Is Bucephalandra sp. ‘White’ actually white?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts leaves can range from pale green to silvery-white rather than being pure white. Coloration varies with growing conditions and individual plants.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"UNSTC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45223585153224,"sku":"UNP100116T","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1167\/8568\/files\/bucephalandra-sp-white-uns-tissue-culture-1260197756.jpg?v=1790618828","url":"https:\/\/buceplant.com\/products\/bucephalandra-sp-white-uns-tissue-culture","provider":"Buce Plant","version":"1.0","type":"link"}