Bolbitis Asiatica

🌿 Plant Profile

• Scientific Name: Bolbitis asiatica

• Common Name: Asian Water Fern

• Origin: Native to Southeast Asia and parts of Africa

• Height: 15–30 cm (6–12 inches)

• pH: 6.0 – 7.5

• Care: Moderate; suitable for intermediate aquarists

• Light: Low to moderate

• CO₂: Not required; optional CO₂ can enhance growth

• Propagation: Rhizome division — separate sections of the rhizome and attach to hardscape

• Growth Rate: Slow to moderate

🌱 Care Notes

• Leaf Texture: Known for its feathery, delicate leaves and attractive, deep green color. It can grow in a rosette pattern, adding a soft, fern-like appearance to aquariums.

• Placement: Typically placed in the midground or background of aquariums. Attach the rhizome to driftwood or rocks — do not bury it in the substrate.

• Water Conditions: Prefers soft to moderately hard water and is tolerant of a range of water parameters. Thrives in temperatures between 22–28°C (72–82°F).

• Lighting: Does well in low to moderate lighting; avoid high light, which can cause algae growth. This plant is also adaptable to lower light conditions, though growth will be slower.

• Algae: Tends to grow slower than many other plants, so algae isn't usually a major concern, but maintaining moderate lighting will help prevent it.

• Fertilization: Regular liquid fertilization and root tabs will support its growth, but it's not too demanding.