Schismatoglottis roseospahta

Schismatoglottis roseospahta

€14.90

Schismatoglottis roseospatha is a fascinating aroid native to the southern part of Sarawak on Borneo. It naturally grows as a rheophyte, anchoring itself to rocks along fast-flowing rainforest streams, much like its close relatives from the Bucephalandra genus. Although in nature it is only temporarily submerged during high water levels, it adapts well to being permanently underwater in an aquarium setting. Its narrow, ovate to lanceolate leaves are dark green, slightly glossy, with gently wavy edges and an elongated tip. The creeping rhizome develops long roots, while young leaf stalks and rhizome tips exhibit a reddish-brown hue. Underwater, the stomata on the leaf surface create shimmering silver reflections. Leaf size varies depending on environmental conditions and the plant’s age. Despite being known in the aquarium hobby for years, it remains a rare find in trade. This plant is not particularly demanding but benefits from a good supply of CO₂ and nutrients. It naturally attaches itself to rocks but can also be secured to the substrate (ensuring the rhizome remains above the surface) or simply wedged into crevices in the hardscape. Although it grows slowly, its growth rate may increase over time, allowing the plant to expand in size. With its slender, glossy, dark green leaves, Schismatoglottis roseospatha is an excellent choice for aquascaping, particularly in stream biotope aquariums.

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Schismatoglottis prietoi

Schismatoglottis prietoi

€6.90

Schismatoglottis prietoi is native to the Philippines and was first found on Cebu Island. It was scientifically described and named after the plant collector Esquerion Prieto in 2015. There are already few aquarium-suitable plants from river and stream banks among the many Schismatoglottis species, however S. prietoi is so far the only species that is a true aquatic also in the nature. It develops large stands in sandy to gravelly riverbeds by thin creeping rhizomes and runners, comparable to Cryptocoryne species. Its small, elliptic, glossy leaves resemble those of Anubias 'Petite' but are lighter green, the plant also grows faster than this Anubias.
This small aroid is perfectly suitable as aquarium plant and deserves a wide distribution in the hobby. Schismatoglottis prietoi can be planted into the ground, however there are also reports of its successful use as epiphyte on rock. It has no special demands and also thrives in medium-hard water, however medium lighting and a good nutrient supply via the water column are very beneficial. The growth may be quite slow in the beginning but accelerates after establishing. With time, this Schismatoglottis forms a dense, broad stand. It is easily propagating by splitting and separating of young plantlets.
This new, hitherto little known aquarium plant can be used in many ways, best as group in the foreground to midground of an aquarium. In "geographically correct" Asia-themed tanks it is a right replacement for similar Anubias forms, originating from Africa.

Price per: 1 plant.

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