Bolbitis Heteroclita

Bring a distinctive, natural look to your aquascape with Bolbitis Heteroclita, an attractive aquatic fern known for its textured green foliage and unusual leaf shapes. Its compact, fern-like appearance makes it a beautiful addition to driftwood arrangements, rock layouts, nano aquariums and nature-style planted tanks.

Plant Care Guide

• Scientific Name: Bolbitis heteroclita

• Common Names: Asian Water Fern, El Nino Fern

• Plant Type: Rhizome-based aquatic fern

• Appearance: Green fern-like leaves; shape varies by variety

• Placement: Foreground to midground, depending on the variety

• Lighting: Low to moderate light

• CO₂: Not essential, though supplementation may support growth

• Growth Rate: Slow, particularly when grown fully submerged

• Difficulty: Easy to moderate; acclimation to submerged growth can be challenging

• Attachment: Rocks, driftwood or other suitable hardscape

• Propagation: Rhizome division; some forms can produce plantlets on older leaves

• Maintenance: Remove damaged leaves and maintain clean water around the foliage

Planting Tips

Attach Bolbitis Heteroclita to aquarium rocks or driftwood using aquarium-safe glue or thread. Keep its rhizome exposed and do not bury it in the substrate, as burial can cause the rhizome to rot.

Provide low to moderate lighting, stable water conditions and gentle water circulation. This fern may grow more slowly or develop different foliage when transitioning from emersed nursery growth to a fully submerged aquarium. Allow time for it to acclimatise, and avoid sudden changes in growing conditions.

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Note: The exact leaf shape and mature size depend on the variety supplied. Please confirm whether your stock is the standard Bolbitis heteroclita or the compact ‘Difformis’ form before listing variety-specific features.