Stoffels - Bolbitis heteroclita difformis

Bolbitis heteroclita difformis – Potted Plant

Bolbitis heteroclita difformis is a beautiful and versatile aquatic fern, prized for its vibrant green, finely divided leaves and compact growth habit. With its unique texture and small size, it’s perfect for creating lush carpets, dense clusters, or adding delicate detail to hardscape features. This potted form ensures a strong root system, making it easy to establish in your aquarium or terrarium.

Key Features:

• Vibrant Green Fern: Fine, delicate leaves create a striking texture and fresh green color in aquascapes.

• Compact Growth: Stays small and dense, making it suitable for foreground carpets or midground clusters.

• Hardscape Friendly: Can be attached to rocks, driftwood, or other hardscape elements, slowly anchoring with its roots.

• Easy & Low Maintenance: Thrives in low light conditions and is adaptable to a wide range of aquarium setups.

• Dual Use: Perfect for both aquariums and terrariums, offering flexibility for creative designs.

Care Requirements:

• Lighting: Grows best in low to medium lighting; avoid direct high light to reduce algae growth.

• CO₂: Not required but will enhance growth and overall health in high-tech setups.

• Water Parameters: Prefers slightly acidic to neutral water, with pH between 6.0–7.5 and temperatures of 20–28 °C.

• Trimming: Minimal trimming needed; simply remove older leaves to encourage fresh growth.

Planting Tips:

• Remove the plant gently from the pot and rinse off any excess substrate before planting.

• Avoid burying the rhizome in substrate—attach it to driftwood, rocks, or other hardscape with thread or plant glue until roots secure it naturally.

• Works beautifully in shaded or low-light areas of your aquascape, where it develops its best color and texture.