Leptochilus wrightii is a slow-growing tropical fern native to East and Southeast Asia. The specific cultivar Leptochilus wrightii ‘Round Leaf’ (commonly known as the Chestnut-leaf colysis fern) is highly valued for use in aquascaping setups like paludariums, terrariums, and ADA’s Neo Glass Air systems.
Care & Cultivation Profile
- Type: Terrestrial/Epiphytic fern
- Lighting: Low to medium
- Growth Rate: Slow
- Hardiness: Easy to grow
- Water & Humidity: Prefers high humidity and moist substrates.
Aquascaping & Display Tips
- Usage: Great for mounting on vertical walls or wrapping around hardscape materials (like the ADA Terra Base or driftwood) inside closed or high-humidity enclosures.
- Packaging: It is often sold by Aqua Design Amano (ADA) in specialized “Jungle Plants” cups that protect the roots from drying out during shipping and storage.
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