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Bucephalandra Melon
Bucephalandra Melon
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The Plant
Melon is a Buce with broad leaves that move gently in the current. The leaves are glossy, from green to dark green. It stays near 2 inches, takes low to moderate light, and is easy to care for.
Plant Care
Type: Rhizome plant · Origin: Borneo, Indonesia · Height: up to 2 in · Light: Low to moderate · CO2: Not required · Temp: 75-82°F · pH: 6.8-7.8
Planting Tips
Place it where there's mild flow so the leaves can move a little. Keep the rhizome out of the substrate, and cut it to make new plants.
Why Shrimp Keepers Like It
Broad leaves give shrimp more surface to graze than narrow ones, plus a handy place to rest. The plant also absorbs nitrate between water changes.
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