Bucephalandra kedagang pink variegated
Bucephalandra kedagang pink variegated
Bucephalandra kedagang pink variegated is one of the rarest and most extraordinary plants in the entire Bucephalandra genus, featuring distinct pink, magenta, cream, and white coloration across its leaves in intense, mottled patterns that are unlike anything else in the freshwater hobby. Each leaf displays a unique combination of warm pinks and cool creams, making every specimen genuinely one-of-a-kind.
Planting tip: Bucephalandra kedagang pink variegated can be planted with the rhizome resting at the substrate surface, or attached to driftwood, rock, or other hardscape at any position in the aquarium. Never fully bury the rhizome under substrate, as this will cause rot. If attaching to hardscape, use cotton thread or aquarium-safe adhesive to secure it, and the plant will anchor itself naturally over time.
As a kedagang-type Bucephalandra from Indonesia, this variety can be planted with the rhizome resting at the substrate surface or attached to hardscape at any position in the aquarium. Never fully bury the rhizome. It benefits from medium lighting and some CO₂ supplementation to maintain the most vivid pink and cream coloration. Like all Bucephalandra, it can produce small, delicate white flowers both underwater and above the waterline.
Kedagang pink variegated grows to 3 to 5 inches and thrives in temperatures between 72 and 82°F with a pH of 6.0 to 7.5. Regular liquid fertilization with micronutrients is important for sustaining the health and the remarkable variegated pattern. This is a moderate-difficulty variety that rewards attentive care with extraordinary color.
In the aquascape, Bucephalandra kedagang pink variegated demands placement where it will be noticed. A single specimen on a featured piece of driftwood or stone becomes an instant focal point regardless of what surrounds it. The pink and cream tones are virtually unique among rooted aquarium plants, creating color combinations unavailable through any other commonly kept species.
Bucephalandra kedagang pink variegated is for the collector who wants the rarest and most visually stunning plant the hobby has to offer. Extraordinary in every sense of the word.
Care & Specifications
| Difficulty | Moderate |
| Placement | Midground |
| Max Height | 3–5 inches |
| Light Level | Moderate |
| Temperature | 72–82°F |
| pH | 6.0–7.5 |
| CO2 Needs | Optional |
| Origin | Indonesia |
| Notes | rare form of buce with distinct pink/magenta, cream, or white coloration on its leaves, often with intense, mottled patterns. |
