Bolbitis Heudelotii (sold per gram)

Bolbitis heudelotii (African Water Fern)

Bolbitis heudelotii, commonly known as African Water Fern, is a beautiful aquatic fern prized for its deep green, finely textured leaves. The plant produces elegant, flowing fronds that move gently with the water current, creating a natural river-like appearance in planted aquariums.

This plant grows from a creeping rhizome and is best attached to rocks or driftwood rather than planted in substrate. It thrives in aquariums with gentle water flow and stable conditions, where it slowly develops lush and graceful foliage.

Care Tips

• Lighting: Low to Medium

• CO₂: Not required but beneficial for healthier growth

• Placement: Midground to Background (attached to hardscape)

• Growth Rate: Slow

• Propagation: Divide the rhizome carefully to grow new plants

Aquascaping Notes

Bolbitis heudelotii is commonly used in nature-style aquascapes and river-style layouts. Its delicate, flowing leaves pair beautifully with driftwood, mosses, and stones, creating a natural forest or stream-like atmosphere in the aquarium.

⚠️ Important: Do not bury the rhizome in the substrate. Attach the plant to rocks or driftwood using aquascaping glue or thread to prevent rhizome rot.

Please note that leaf size and shape may vary slightly as these are natural aquatic plants.

Thank you for choosing Gwen’s Aquakitz for your aquascaping needs. 🌿🐠