Bolbitis heudelotii Tropica Pots

Bolbitis Heudelotii

Bolbitis comes from West Africa, a fern with beautiful, transparent green leaves, 15-40 cm tall and wide.
When planting, do not cover the rhizome because it will rot, and it is best to plant Bolbitis heudelotii on a root or stone.
Keep the plant in position with fishing line until it has gained a hold. Easy to propagate by splitting the horizontal rhizome.
Supply of CO2 will considerably enhance the growth, which is only optimal in soft, slightly acidic water.

Plant Info

Bolbitis heudelotii Potted: The African Water Fern in SG

Bolbitis heudelotii is a West African fern with translucent, deeply cut green leaves that bring a wild, river-like texture to a layout. As an epiphyte it grows best attached to driftwood or stone rather than buried, so do not cover the rhizome or it will rot. Tie it down with fishing line until the roots grip, then remove the line later. The potted format lets you establish it straight away.

It is undemanding and tolerant, which suits busy Singapore keepers, though added CO2 noticeably improves leaf size and density. Bolbitis actually prefers slightly cooler, well-oxygenated, flowing water, so position it where there is decent current rather than in a stagnant corner. In very warm tanks keep flow up; some hobbyists with sensitive setups run a chiller, but most local aquascapers find it grows steadily at room temperature with good circulation.

See more in our epiphytes category. For specifics, read our Bolbitis care guide and our Bolbitis aquascape ideas.