Bolbitis heteroclita 'difformis'

Bolbitis heteroclita "difformis" is a small, fine tripinate -leaved form of B. heteroclita, originating from the Philippines widely known as Mini Bolbitis. This fern grows very slowly under water and grows best when cultivated as a terrestrial plant.

This is more suitable to grow emerged in paludariums/terrariums/phytospheres etc & also suitable for moist & warm terrariums/ Vertical Gardens etc.

The best method to plant this is tying it on a piece of wood / rough stone /tree root with a dark cotton thread or fishing line to attach the plant until the roots holds the material & doesn’t appreciate being planted in the substrate in submersed condition & the rhizome should not buried in the substrate . Low light, low Co2 & very less nutrients are advised.

Nymphaea sp. (Red lilly)

This plant can be kept compact and small by periodic pruning.

Ludwigia brevipes

A hardy mid-ground plant which has to be pruned regularly to keep compact. Low nitrates with high phosphate will make the plant reddish.

Blyxa Japonica

This plant requires bright light. Iron dosing along with regular fertilization will make this plant take on a maroon coloration.

Amcella Repens

Easy to grow plant used in Dutch aquascapes. Under the right conditions the stems and leaves develop reddish tint. Picture is of emersed form.

Monosolenium tenerum 'Pellia'

Can be grown under various aquarium conditions but will look more attractive with bright light and CO2

Lindernia dubia

Easy to grow under bright light and adequate nutrient dosing.

Hygrophilla pinnatifida

This plant can also be attached to wood or rock. It can be grown under Medium light however with bright light it grows compact

Cryptocoryne retrospiralis

This plant requires nutrient rich substrate. Regular pruning will keep it looking its best.

Echinodorus argentinensis

This large plant is suited for large aquariums. Regular pruning is required.