Bucephalandra red dragon is a popular aquatic plant among aquarium hobbyists due to its vibrant red color and unique leaf shape. It is often propagated through tissue culture, which involves taking a small tissue sample from the plant and placing it in a sterile nutrient-rich medium in a laboratory setting.
Bucephalandra red dragon Vitro Culture Tissue Culture Aquarium Plants Buce
Bucephalandra red dragon Vitro Culture Tissue Culture Aquarium Plants Buce

Bucephalandra red dragon Vitro Culture

Bucephalandra red dragon Vitro Culture

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Bucephalandra red dragon is a popular aquatic plant among aquarium hobbyists due to its vibrant red color and unique leaf shape. It is often propagated through tissue culture, which involves taking a small tissue sample from the plant and placing it in a sterile nutrient-rich medium in a laboratory setting.

In vitro culture of Bucephalandra red dragon requires a sterile environment and precise conditions to ensure successful propagation. The nutrient-rich medium should contain a balanced mix of macro and micronutrients, as well as growth regulators such as cytokinins and auxins. The pH of the medium should also be carefully controlled, typically between 5.5 and 6.5.

Once the tissue has multiplied in the nutrient-rich medium, it can be transferred to a gel-based medium that encourages root and shoot growth. The resulting plantlets can then be acclimated to their new environment and planted in an aquarium.

Tissue culture allows for the mass production of Bucephalandra red dragon in a controlled environment, ensuring consistent quality and color. Additionally, tissue-cultured plants are free from pests and diseases that may be present in traditional propagation methods.

  • Vitro Culture product - Lab-grown aquarium plants!
  • Package size: approx. 4 inches (yield 2-3 clump plants)
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Scientific Name Bucephalandra sp. red dragon
Common Name Buce red dragon, Bucep red dragon
Type Rheophyte / Epiphyte
Placement Foreground or attached to hardscape
Growth Rates Slow
Difficulty Level Beginner
Nutrient Substrate Not required
CO2 Not required
Lighting Requirements
Low - High

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    Jeffrey Richardson
    Great plants!

    Great plants as always.. no better place to buy aquarium plants, imo.

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