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.

Eriocaulon breviscapum

Very Bright light, CO2 injection and adequate dosing is required for this plant to do well in the aquarium.

Ammannia gracilis

Looks good when planted in group and set against plants with light green leaves. For best result use very bright light and nutrients.

Cyeprus helferi

Requires CO2, adequate fertilization and nutrient rich substrate. Does well in slightly cooler temperature.

Cryptocoryne Spiralis 'broad leaf'

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

Staurogyne Sp. 'Bihar'

Easy to grow back ground plant with variable leaf shape and reddish brown color.

Rotala wallichii 'Mexicana'

Very Bright Light, CO2 injection and adequate nutrient dosing is required to bring out the red color.

Alternanthera Sessilis

This plant can be used in terrarium or Paludarium. It does not survive submerged for more than a few months.

Cuphea anagalloidea

Cuphea anagalloidea is a small, demanding stem plant. Its shoots grow around 1.5 to 2 cm wide, measured from leaf tip to leaf tip. The striking red colour on the upper side of the submersed leaves is most intensive under strong light, and it can look like it was brushed on. The red leaves often have small green spots.

Myriophyllum tuberculatum

Good choice for Dutch aquariums. Requires high light, CO2 and nutrients to bring out the color. Clean and clear water is required as debris may clog the fine leaves.