This very rare and NEW TO THE MARKET variety now available in limited quantities!!!
 
🌿 Bolbitis ‘Green Stitch’
Bolbitis sp. cf. difformis
A unique, compact fern with rich green, finely stitched foliage — suitable for aquariums (low flow zones) and high-humidity terrariums.
 
🐠 Aquarium Care
Trait
Details
Placement
Midground to foreground (in low-flow or filtered water areas)
Substrate
Attach to driftwood, lava rock, or porous stone; don’t bury rhizome
CO₂
Not required but will speed growth
Light
Low to medium (avoid harsh direct light)
Water Temperature
20–27 °C
pH Range
6.0 – 7.5
Growth Rate
Slow to moderate
Flow
Low to gentle; too much current may cause melting
Fertilizer
Occasional liquid dosing (low iron) or root tabs near rhizome
Propagation
Rhizome division only — very slow spread
🧠 Tip: Best in mature, algae-free tanks. Performs better in cooler tanks.
 
🌱 Terrarium Care
Trait
Details
Placement
Shady to semi-shaded zones
Humidity
70–100% (essential for long-term health)
Temperature
18–26 °C (avoid extremes)
Airflow
Gentle ventilation needed to prevent rot
Substrate
Loose, airy mix (sphagnum + orchid bark + perlite), or mounted on cork
Watering
Keep moist but never soggy; distilled/rainwater preferred
Light
Bright indirect, avoid direct rays (even through glass)
Growth Rate
Slow and creeping, ideal for compact setups
🌿 Use in design: Perfect for tropical nano-terrariums, paludariums, and mossy root sections.
 
🧪 Notes
Not tolerant of drying out — rhizomes are sensitive.
Rhizome may produce two types of fronds: more dissected older ones and simpler new ones.
Does not form a large crown like B. heudelotii.
 
✅ Summary
Bolbitis ‘Green Stitch’ is an elegant, slow-grower with fine texture — an excellent alternative to common ferns for aquascapes and terrariums alike. Its compact, stitched foliage sets it apart, while its easy-going, rhizome-based growth makes it manageable and collectible.