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Bucephalandra Kedagang Potted – Compact Midground & Foreground Aquarium Plant for Planted Tanks
 
Bucephalandra Kedagang is a hardy, slow-growing aquarium plant prized for its glossy, dark green leaves and compact growth habit. Perfect for aquascapers seeking texture and low-maintenance greenery, it performs well in low to moderate light and can be attached to rocks or driftwood. Ideal for nano tanks, shrimp setups, and nature-style layouts.
 
KEY BENEFITS
Glossy, dark green leaves add subtle texture to midground and foreground areas
Compact growth keeps aquascapes tidy and controlled
Extremely hardy, tolerating low to moderate lighting
Suitable for low-tech and high-tech aquariums
Can be attached to hardscape or planted in substrate
Provides grazing surfaces for shrimp and microfauna
 
IDEAL FOR
Nature-style and low-tech aquascapes
Nano aquariums, shrimp tanks, and small display tanks
Beginner to advanced aquascapers
Midground and foreground placement
Layouts requiring hardy, long-lasting plants with subtle texture
 
CARE SNAPSHOT
Difficulty: Easy
Lighting: Low to medium
CO2: Optional
Growth: Slow
Placement: Midground / Foreground
 
Bucephalandra Kedagang is a versatile aquarium plant with thick, glossy leaves that grow in tight, low clusters. Its slow-growing nature allows it to maintain shape and density without frequent trimming, making it ideal for smaller tanks or areas where structure and neatness are important.
This species can be planted in substrate or attached to driftwood and stones, where it will gradually expand and form attractive, textured clusters. Its dark green colour provides excellent contrast against red plants or lighter foreground species, while its hardy nature ensures consistent growth in a variety of water conditions.
What makes Bucephalandra Kedagang unique is its combination of compact size, low-maintenance growth, and adaptability to different lighting conditions. It is perfect for aquascapers who want long-lasting greenery without high maintenance.
 
SPECIFICATIONS
Scientific name: Bucephalandra sp. ‘Kedagang’
Common name: Kedagang Bucephalandra
Origin: Borneo, Indonesia
Height: 5–10 cm
Placement: Midground / Foreground
Lighting: Low to medium
CO2: Optional
Temperature: 22–28°C
pH: 6.0–7.5
 
CARE GUIDE
Planting
Remove the plant from its pot and rinse roots. Attach to hardscape using thread or aquarium-safe glue, or plant lightly in substrate without burying the rhizome.
Trimming
Trim only older or damaged leaves; growth is slow and requires minimal maintenance.
Feeding
Bucephalandra absorbs nutrients from the water column. Liquid fertilisers can enhance leaf colour and growth.
CO2 Notes
CO2 is optional. It encourages slightly faster growth but is not required for healthy development.
 
FAQ SECTION
Does Bucephalandra Kedagang need CO2?
No, it can thrive without CO2, though growth may be slightly slower.
Can it grow in low light?
Yes, it tolerates low to moderate lighting conditions very well.
How fast does it grow?
It is slow-growing, making it ideal for controlled, low-maintenance aquascapes.
Can I use it in shrimp tanks?
Yes, it provides shelter and grazing surfaces for shrimp.
How do I propagate it?
Divide rhizomes with healthy leaves and attach them to hardscape or plant lightly in substrate.
Is it sensitive to water parameters?
Bucephalandra Kedagang is hardy and adaptable to a wide range of aquarium conditions.
 
PAIRS WELL WITH
Driftwood or natural stones for attachment
Low- to medium-light aquariums
Shrimp and community tanks
Foreground plants like Dwarf Hairgrass or Monte Carlo
Liquid fertilisers for healthy, glossy leaves