EA Bucephalandra Brownie Hellfire

Epic Aquatics Bucephalandra “Brownie Hellfire”

A dramatic Bucephalandra with dark, glossy leaves and fiery undertones

Product Overview

Bucephalandra “Brownie Hellfire” is a rare, highly prized cultivar in the Brownie family, celebrated for its deep olive to near-black leaves and subtle flashes of bronze, copper, and red iridescence under aquarium lighting. Its name comes from this fiery shimmer, which contrasts beautifully against its dark, glossy foliage.

Locally grown by Epic Aquatics, “Hellfire” is a slow-growing, compact plant that thrives in aquascapes as a midground accent, detail plant in nano layouts, or as a collector’s feature.

Key Features & Benefits

Fiery iridescence
Displays metallic red, bronze, or copper tones depending on lighting and conditions.

Bold dark foliage
Thick, glossy leaves give a strong presence in any scape.

Compact, slow growth
Minimal trimming required; keeps its neat form over time.

Hardy & versatile
Grows well in a variety of setups, from low-tech to advanced aquascapes.

Rare collector’s variety
A must-have Bucephalandra for enthusiasts of unique and exotic cultivars.

Ideal Use Cases

Statement plant in nano and mid-sized aquascapes

Midground or feature accent on driftwood and rocks

Collector’s Bucephalandra tank

For aquascapers who want high contrast and dramatic tones