Growth States
Available FormEmersed / Submersed
Transition DifficultyMedium
Melt RiskModerate
Adaptation Time14 Days
Description
Overview: Also known as African Water Fern, Bolbitis is an elegant epiphyte with translucent, dark green pinnate leaves. It thrives in areas with high water flow and benefits significantly from CO2 supplementation, which makes its leaves look much more lush. It is a slow grower and provides a very sophisticated, "ancient" look to the aquarium. It is best used attached to dark wood or lava rocks.
Maintenance Score
3/10Easy
Visual Impact
7/10High Texture
Requirements
CO2 LevelOptional
Growth RateSlow
Light LevelMedium
FertilizerMedium
Max Heightn/a cm
ExperienceIntermediate
Care & Design
Trimming
Biweekly: Trim tops and replant healthy stems as needed.
Propagation
Cuttings, runners, or division depending on species.
Recommended Styles
naturejungleblackwaterroot_forestmoss_focusednanopaludarium
Bolbitis Heudelotii may show different leaf size and texture between emersed and submersed growth.
Common Issues
- • Melt during transition
- • Algae on older leaves
Water Parameters
Temperature
22–28°C
pH Range
6–7.5
Hardness (GH)
2–12 dGH
Physical Traits
Leaf Shape
oval
Texture
medium
Growth Pattern
stem
Color Profile
green
Placement & Sensitivity
Placement Depth
any
Grouping Size
4+
Algae Sensitivity
moderate
Nutrient Sensitivity
moderate
Density
moderate
Leaf Descriptions
Emersed Form
Emersed leaves of Bolbitis Heudelotii are adapted to air growth and typically differ in thickness/shape.
Submersed Form
Submersed leaves of Bolbitis Heudelotii are optimized for underwater flow and nutrient uptake.
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