EA Bucephalandra Melawi Royal

Epic Aquatics Bucephalandra “Melawi Royal”

A regal Bucephalandra variety with bold leaves and royal iridescence

Product Overview

Bucephalandra “Melawi Royal” is a premium cultivar, named after the Melawi region of Borneo, and admired for its broad, strong leaves and shimmering iridescence. Depending on light and conditions, the foliage displays a royal palette of deep green, bluish, and sometimes reddish or purple hues.

Locally cultivated by Epic Aquatics, this variety is robust, slow-growing, and easy to maintain. Its bold appearance and shimmering tones make it an excellent midground or feature plant in aquascapes of all sizes.

Key Features & Benefits

Royal iridescence
Leaves reveal a unique play of colors — deep green with hints of blue, red, or purple under aquarium lighting.

Broad, hardy leaves
Stronger leaf shape compared to finer Bucephalandra types, giving it a bold, commanding look.

Slow but steady growth
Low-maintenance, retains shape well without frequent trimming.

Hardy & versatile
Tolerates a wide range of water parameters and thrives in both low- and medium-tech setups.

Locally farm-raised
Grown sustainably by Epic Aquatics, ensuring healthy and pest-free plants.

Ideal Use Cases

Midground feature plant in nature aquariums

Accent plant on driftwood or rocks in aquascapes

Works beautifully in nano tanks as a centerpiece Buce

Collector’s variety for hobbyists seeking rare Bucephalandra cultivars