Chlorophytum Bichetii in jar - Terrarium plant - Aquaflora

Chlorophytum Bichetii is an evergreen plant belonging to the group of chlorophytes, originally from the South Africa, where it grows in environments with good humidity and filtered light. It is one of the most used plants in land fittings thanks to its Sturdiness, versatility and aesthetic value.

It is recognized for Thin leaves, elongated and arched, bright green with one Thin white streaks along the margins, which creates an ideal bright contrast to give depth and vitality to the layout.

Terrarium use

Chlorophytum Bichetii is particularly suitable for:

• Tropical and subtropical terrariums

• Facilities for Reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates

• Terrariums for beginners thanks to large environmental tolerance

In the terrarium:

• tolerate well high humidity

• It also resists short periods drier

• provides Vegetable cover, shelter and shadow points

• helps create a more stable microclimate

Use in the marsh

In the marsh:

• can be positioned in the Emerged area

• It adapts to constantly damp but well drained soils

• enhances transitions between water and earth with a natural appearance

It is not a water plant and overwhelm.

Ideal positioning

• Place on Terrarium background or in side areas

• Excellent as a plant Background or middle floor

• It can be used in groups for a more natural effect

Light and exposure

• Prefers Medium-low or diffuse light

• Does not need intense lighting

• Terrarium develops well with Fitostimulating lamps

• Avoid prolonged direct sunlight

Substrate

• Light and well draining soil

• Ideal a mixture for tropical terrariums

• Do not tolerate prolonged water stagnation

Irrigation and humidity

• Watering regular

• Substrate always slightly wet

• Tolerate wet environments and even dried terrariums

• Appreciates nebulisations, but they are not indispensable

Temperature

• Ideal temperature: 22-28 ° C

• Do not tolerate prolonged cold temperatures

• Perfect for heated terrariums

Maintenance and growth

• Ordered and controllable growth

• Does not need frequent pruning

• It can be multiplied by division of the CESPI

• Longed and stable plant over time

The Chlorophytum Bichetii It is an excellent choice for those looking for a plant Decorative, resistant and easy to manage, able to adapt to almost every type of terrarium or paludarium.