Bolbitis
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Fact sheet
every fact quoted from its sourceTypeaquatic plant
“Bolbitis is a tropical aquatic fern” — How to Grow Bolbitis — LizPlants
LightLow to moderate light, 2-4 hours daily; avoid intense direct lighting
“Sun: Low to moderate light, 2-4 hours daily; avoid intense direct lighting” — How to Grow Bolbitis — LizPlants
WaterKeep water clean with regular 25-30% weekly water changes. Prefers stable water conditions with moderate water flow. Does not tolerate water quality fluctuations well.
“Water: Keep water clean with regular 25-30% weekly water changes” — How to Grow Bolbitis — LizPlants
Soil pH6–7.5
“pH: 6.0-7.5” — How to Grow Bolbitis — LizPlants
Spacing6–12 in
“Plant rhizomes 6-12 inches apart” — How to Grow Bolbitis — LizPlants
PropagationRhizome
“Preferred propagation method: Rhizome” — Bolbitis heudelotii (African Water Fern) – Care, Growth & Propagation Guide
Pestsgreen algae, black beard algae, snails, various fish species
“Algae growth on fronds (Green algae, Black beard algae)” — How to Grow Bolbitis — LizPlants
Who grows this
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Where this comes from
- Name and place in the family tree: GBIF Backbone Taxonomy (CC BY 4.0)
- Fact sheet: 2 source pages, read and quoted by the OmniGrow Librarian