Congo Water Fern (Bolbitis heudelotii) illustration

Congo Water Fern

Bolbitis heudelotii

Dark olive-green fern with translucent fronds. Attach to hardscape. Requires moderate light and water movement. One of the most beautiful aquarium ferns — semi-transparent when backlit.

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Care at a glance

EpiphytePlacement
mediumLight
recommendedCO₂
moderateDifficulty
slowGrowth
12"Max height
72-82°FTemperature
6.0-7.0pH
bothTech

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