{"product_id":"bucephalandra-catherine-super-mini","title":"Baka - Bucephalandra catherine super mini","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuce ‘Super Mini Catherinae’ is one of the tiniest variants of the genus ever discovered, featuring extremely minuscule leaves that resemble a sprig of grass. This specimen is highly prized for its versatility, allowing aquascapers to create instant foreground carpets in nano setups or intricate foliage on aquarium bonsai trees. Highly versatile, it can be grown submerged or emersed, usually attached to hardscape such as driftwood or rocks rather than being buried in traditional aquarium substrate. It is an exquisite choice for both nano and large freshwater aquascapes, where it can be used to create forced perspective or serve as a unique, slow-growing alternative to moss in a planted tank.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe leaves are so small they mimic the appearance of fine carpeting plants like\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"utricularia graminifolia\" href=\"https:\/\/buceplant.com\/products\/utricularia-graminifolia\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eUtricularia Graminifolia\u003c\/a\u003e, but with the hardy, epiphytic nature of a Bucephalandra.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn larger layouts, placing Catherinae in the front and Super Mini Catherinae in the back creates a professional sense of depth, making the scape appear much larger than it is.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDue to its scale, this variant is the premier choice for gluing to the \"branches\" of bonsai driftwood to simulate the look of a real miniature tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDespite its delicate appearance, it is remarkably durable and thrives in shaded areas where typical carpeting plants would fail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Tips \u0026amp; Preparation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBucephalandra is an\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Epiphyte or Rheophyte… Which Is It? How to identify these plants\" href=\"https:\/\/buceplant.com\/blogs\/aquascaping-guides-and-tips\/epiphyte-or-rheophyte-which-is-it\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eepiphytic plant\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethat should be\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"How to Plant Epiphyte Aquatic Plants\" href=\"https:\/\/buceplant.com\/blogs\/aquascaping-guides-and-tips\/how-to-plant-aquatic-plants-epiphytes\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eattached to rocks or driftwood\u003c\/a\u003e. Never bury the rhizome in substrate, as this will cause the plant to rot and melt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully remove the plant from its pot and clear away all rockwool from the roots. For a deep dive on prepping potted plants,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"How to Prep Potted and Lead Bunch Aquatic Plants!\" href=\"https:\/\/buceplant.com\/blogs\/news\/how-to-prep-potted-and-lead-bunch-aquatic-plants\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eclick here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid making drastic changes to your water parameters or lighting. Unstable conditions are the primary cause of leaf melt in new specimens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhile this plant is hardy and low-maintenance, CO2 injection will yield much faster growth. We recommend researching your specific water chemistry to ensure your plant thrives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinal size and coloration depend entirely on your specific aquarium conditions. Please note that photos are a representation, and individual plants may vary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003ePlease research appropriately to ensure your plant thrives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eListed information should be treated as general guidelines only. We encourage you to do thorough research to ensure healthy growth!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAraceae\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBorneo (Endemic)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEasy\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSlow\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Bucephalandra lighting requirements\" href=\"https:\/\/buceplant.com\/blogs\/aquascaping-guides-and-tips\/how-much-lighting-does-bucephalandra-need\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLow to Medium\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCO2:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNot necessary but recommended\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e6.0 – 8.0\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDivide the rhizome with sharp scissors\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"baka","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":41630684250245,"sku":"BUC-CSM-S","price":40.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":41630684283013,"sku":"BUC-CSM-M","price":70.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large","offer_id":41630684315781,"sku":"BUC-CSM-L","price":130.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"X-Large","offer_id":41630684348549,"sku":"BUC-CSM-XL","price":250.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0385\/6331\/5845\/files\/Catherinesupermini-C.png?v=1778755558","url":"https:\/\/www.artofaqua.com\/products\/bucephalandra-catherine-super-mini","provider":"Art of Aqua","version":"1.0","type":"link"}