{"product_id":"bucephalandra-catherine","title":"Bucephalandra 'Catherine'","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBucephalandra 'Catherine'\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePortion Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou will receive \u003cstrong\u003eone Bucephalandra 'Catarina' plant\u003c\/strong\u003e, similar in size to the product photos, with approximately \u003cstrong\u003e3–6 leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBucephalandra 'Catarina'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a small, narrow-leaved and highly decorative Bucephalandra with a distinctive appearance. The trade name \"Catarina\" appears to refer to \u003cem\u003eBucephalandra catherineae\u003c\/em\u003e, although the exact species identification is uncertain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike all Bucephalandra, 'Catarina' originates from \u003cstrong\u003eBorneo\u003c\/strong\u003e, where these rheophytic plants naturally grow attached to rocks in the flood zones of fast-moving streams and rivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'Catarina' develops horizontal rhizomes with an ascending growing tip and produces numerous side shoots, particularly along older sections of the rhizome. Its elongated to narrow, almost linear leaves can reach approximately \u003cstrong\u003e5 cm long and 0.7 cm wide\u003c\/strong\u003e, with attractive curly leaf margins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnderwater, the leaves can develop \u003cstrong\u003every dark olive-green to brown-red tones\u003c\/strong\u003e, while new leaves often emerge in attractive light brown to orange shades. With time, the plant can develop into a dense, multi-headed group as it produces additional side shoots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBucephalandra is highly adaptable and can thrive under a wide range of aquarium conditions. It does not require CO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e, although supplemental CO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e can encourage faster growth and more vigorous development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike Anubias and Java Fern, \u003cstrong\u003eBucephalandra should not be planted with its rhizome buried in the substrate\u003c\/strong\u003e. Instead, attach it to rocks, driftwood, or other hardscape using aquarium-safe planting glue or thread. The roots will eventually anchor themselves to the hardscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBucephalandra is one of the easier aquarium plants to grow and is tolerant of a wide range of aquarium conditions. It performs well under \u003cstrong\u003elow to medium lighting\u003c\/strong\u003e and benefits from nutrients available in the water column.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it is a slow-growing plant, excessive lighting can encourage algae growth on the leaves. A quality all-in-one liquid fertilizer can help provide the nutrients needed for healthy growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce established, Bucephalandra can tolerate moderate to high water flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Plant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAttach the rhizome to \u003cstrong\u003edriftwood, rocks, or other aquarium hardscape\u003c\/strong\u003e using aquarium-safe planting glue or thread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo not bury the rhizome in the substrate.\u003c\/strong\u003e The rhizome should remain completely exposed while the roots can be allowed to grow around or into the substrate or hardscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver time, the roots will naturally attach the plant to its surroundings, while new side shoots can develop along the rhizome to form a larger clump.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBucephalandra 'Catherine'' — Quick Stats\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: separate; border-spacing: 0 6px; width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding-right: 25px;\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding-right: 25px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding-right: 25px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAraceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding-right: 25px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGenus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBucephalandra\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding-right: 25px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBorneo, Southeast Asia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding-right: 25px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRhizome \/ Epiphyte\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding-right: 25px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding-right: 25px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 2–5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding-right: 25px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 18\"+ when established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding-right: 25px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeaf Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 5 cm long × 0.7 cm wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding-right: 25px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLighting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow – Medium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding-right: 25px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptional\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding-right: 25px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20–28°C (68–82°F)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding-right: 25px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.0–8.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding-right: 25px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Hardness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoft – Hard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding-right: 25px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAttached to rocks or driftwood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding-right: 25px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRhizome division\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"The Wet Leaf","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45943764680787,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/thewetleaf.ca\/products\/bucephalandra-catherine","provider":"The Wet Leaf","version":"1.0","type":"link"}