Bolbitis Heteroclita Asiatica - Live Aquarium Plants Tropical Aquascaping Aquatic Nano Lincolnshire Pond Plants

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Bolbitis Heteroclita Asiatica is a distinctive aquatic fern known for its intricate, finely divided fronds. Here are its key characteristics:

• Type: It is a species of fern belonging to the family Lomariopsidaceae.

• Appearance: The plant features finely dissected, dark green fronds that are pinnate (divided into leaflets). The leaflets are narrow and finely toothed.
• Size: It can grow up to 20-30 centimeters (8-12 inches) in height.
• Habitat: Bolbitis Heteroclita Asiatica is native to various parts of Asia, including countries like India, Japan, and Malaysia. It is typically found in shaded, humid environments near water bodies like streams and rivers.
• Light Requirements: It prefers low to moderate light conditions. Avoid exposing it to intense, direct sunlight.
• Water Conditions: It thrives in soft to moderately hard water with a slightly acidic to neutral pH level.
• Growth Rate: It is a slow-growing plant, making it well-suited for aquariums with slower-growing species.
• Placement: Bolbitis Heteroclita Asiatica is best suited for mid-ground or background placement in an aquarium. It can be attached to hardscape elements like rocks or driftwood.
• Propagation: It can be propagated by dividing the rhizome, which is the horizontal stem from which the fronds grow.
• Tank Compatibility: It can coexist with a variety of fish and invertebrates, but it's important to avoid keeping it with species that may damage or uproot the plant.
• Benefits: Bolbitis Heteroclita Asiatica can provide shelter and hiding spots for smaller fish and invertebrates.
• Maintenance: Regular pruning and removal of dead or decaying fronds can help maintain the health and appearance of the plant.

• Note: Like many ferns, Bolbitis Heteroclita Asiatica is a rhizomatous plant, which means it grows from a thick, horizontal stem called a rhizome.

Important

Plants are incubated in a solution of 0.01% of the insecticide Buprafezin for one hour (Please do not just drop these in a shrimp tank or with any other crustacean. To use these within a tank please wash in water with baking soda under light. These are treated to remove the insecticide but there are cases where this has not been fully removed causing casualty's in crustacean. (Any issues please contact us we will sort ASAP)