African Water Fern
Bolbitis heudelotii · family Dryopteridaceae
- Light
- Low
- CO₂
- Helpful
- Temperature
- 22–28 °C
- pH
- 5.5–7
- Hardness
- 2–12 °dGH
- Growth rate
- Slow
- Height
- up to 40 cm
- Placement
- Epiphyte
- Root feeder
- No
Pros and cons
- Striking pinnate dark-green fronds — a centerpiece accent
- Epiphytic — rhizome must not be buried
- Long-lived, slow-growing
- Very slow growth — a full bush takes a year
- Needs soft water (gH ≤12)
- Withers in hard water
Description
An African fern. Long pinnate dark-green fronds. An epiphyte — attaches to driftwood and stones.
Care
Tie it to driftwood with thread. Likes flow and slightly acidic water.
FAQ
- Можно ли посадить болбитис в грунт?
- Нет, корневище сгниёт. Привязать к коряге или камню — корни прирастут сами через 2–3 месяца.
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Sources
- Wikipedia: Bolbitis heudelotii · Wikipedia · 2026-05-22