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Bucephalandra Skeleton King
Bucephalandra sp. 'Skeleton King'
Plantae›Tracheophyta›Magnoliopsida›Alismatales›Araceae
📍 Southeast Asia
Unique Buce with pronounced leaf veins creating a skeletal pattern. Dark green to maroon. Rare collector's variety from Borneo.
Tank Mates
Gentle algae grazers that won't damage delicate leaves and benefit from plant cover
Larger shrimp that respect plants and help maintain tank cleanliness
Peaceful algae-eating fish that won't uproot or damage attached plants
Small, non-aggressive schooling fish that provide movement without disturbing hardscape-attached plants
Companion plant with similar low-light requirements and attachment-based growth
Compatible low-light plant that creates layered aquascaping with Skeleton King
Common Diseases
Rhizome Rot
Blackening or softening of rhizome, leaf yellowing, plant detachment from hardscape
Improve water circulation, reduce organic buildup, ensure hardscape attachment allows water flow; remove affected portions with sterile tools and reattach healthy sections
Nutrient Deficiency
Stunted growth, pale or yellowing leaves, loss of distinctive vein pattern coloration
Dose comprehensive liquid fertilizer (all-in-one or separate macro/micro) weekly; test water parameters and adjust based on plant response over 4-6 weeks
Algae Overgrowth on Leaves
Green or brown algae coating leaf surfaces, reduced photosynthesis, plant vigor decline
Increase water circulation, reduce photoperiod to 6-8 hours daily, manually remove algae with soft brush, introduce algae-eating shrimp or reduce nutrient excess
Bacterial Leaf Spot
Small dark spots with yellow halos on leaves, progressive leaf deterioration
Remove affected leaves, improve water quality through increased water changes, reduce tank bioload, avoid physical damage to leaves
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Quick Facts
- co2
- not required
- lighting
- low-medium
- placement
- attached to hardscape
- difficulty
- easy
- growthRate
- slow