Bucephalandra ‘Grappa Red’ (Mini)
Compact, Colorful, and Perfect for Nano Aquascapes
Scientific Name: Bucephalandra sp. 'Grappa Red'
Common Name: Buce Grappa Red (Mini)
Type: Rhizome Plant
Growth Rate: Slow
Lighting Requirement: Low to Medium
CO₂ Requirement: Not required, but enhances growth and color
Origin: Borneo
Format: Loose portion or attached to stone/wood (varies)
Description:
Bucephalandra ‘Grappa Red’ (Mini) is a rare and striking variety of Buce known for its deep reddish-purple tones and compact growth. This miniature variant is ideal for nano tanks, detail zones, and foreground hardscape attachment. Its shimmering leaves take on different hues depending on lighting and conditions—ranging from wine red to metallic violet-green.
Like other Bucephalandra species, ‘Grappa Red’ thrives attached to driftwood or rocks and grows slowly, making it a fantastic low-maintenance accent for aquascapes.
Key Features:
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Compact, mini-sized Buce—great for nano or detailed scaping
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Vibrant reddish-purple coloration under proper lighting
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Grows best attached to hardscape, not buried
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Very slow-growing, excellent for long-term layouts
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Hardy in a wide range of conditions—perfect for both beginners and experts
Care Tips:
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Do not bury the rhizome—attach to wood or stone with glue or thread
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Tolerates low light, but color and growth improve with medium light and CO₂
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Minimal fertilization needed—responds well to liquid ferts
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Ideal for shrimp tanks and low-tech setups
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Avoid aggressive trimming; propagate by splitting healthy rhizomes
Ideal For:
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Nano tanks or foreground accents
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Attaching to driftwood, lava rock, or aquascaping decor
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Low-tech or high-tech planted aquariums
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Aquarists looking for rare Buce varieties with color pop
