Bolbitis heudelotii | African Water Fern on Root

Bolbitis heudelotii, also known as the African Water Fern, is an elegant and natural epiphytic plant with finely feathered, dark green leaves. It is supplied tied to a root and is immediately ready for use – ideal for natural aquariums and aquascapes with a calm, flowing appearance.

In the aquarium, Bolbitis must not be planted in the substrate. The rhizome remains free and grows slowly but very steadily. The plant thrives particularly well in the midground on roots or rocks, with gentle current and subdued lighting. Its delicate leaf structure brings lightness and depth to the layout and harmonizes excellently with Anubias and Bucephalandra.

🌿 Plant Profile:

🔸 Scientific Name: Bolbitis heudelotii
🔸 Family: Dryopteridaceae
🔸 Origin: West Africa
🔸 Light Requirement: low – medium
🔸 Temperature: 22–28 °C
🔸 Growth: slow
🔸 Placement: Midground / Hardscape
🔸 Growth Height: approx. 20–40 cm (depending on root)
🔸 pH Value: 5.5–7.5
🔸 Water Hardness: soft – medium hard
🔸 CO₂ Requirement: not necessary (beneficial)
🔸 Propagation: Rhizome division
🔸 Delivery Form: tied to a root

💡 Tip:

Bolbitis loves clean, slightly flowing water. In shady areas, it remains particularly low in algae. Also ideal for shrimp tanks and calm community aquariums.

👉 Conclusion:

Bolbitis heudelotii on a root is an elegant, easy-care epiphytic plant with a natural fern look – perfect for aquascaping, midground design, and harmonious underwater landscapes.