• Scientific Name: Schismatoglottis prietoi
• Plant Family: Araceae
• Native To: Philippines
• Plant Type: Aquatic, Semiaquatic
• Visual Description: Emerse grown clump of Schismatoglottis prietoi, showcasing its lush green foliage with in a tissue culture cup.

Growing Conditions

• Light Requirements: Bright, indirect light
• Water Requirements: Consistently moist substrate, can grow in both emerse and submerse conditions
• Temperature Range: Similar to Anubias, prefers warm, tropical conditions
• Humidity Preferences: High, especially when grown emerse

Planting & Care

• Substrate Preferences: Attach to wood and rocks, or plant directly into the substrate without burying the rhizome
• Fertilization Needs: Minimal, similar to Anubias
• Propagation Methods: Division of rhizome or tip cuttings
• Pruning/Tidying Up: Remove dead or yellowing leaves to maintain health and appearance
• Ease of Care: Medium

Placement

• Aquarium Placement: Suitable for both emerse and submerse conditions; plant or attach as desired
• Attachment: Preferred attachment to wood or rocks for aesthetic layout
• Spacing Requirements: Allow space for growth and air circulation, especially in emerse cultivation

Compatibility

• Aquarium Compatibility: Compatible with a variety of freshwater setups, mindful of its softer leaves when grown emerse
• Pest/Disease Resistance: Similar care to Anubias with attention to humidity and substrate moisture to prevent rhizome rot

Special Requirements or Tips

• Special Care Instructions: Do not bury the rhizome to prevent rot; ensure high humidity for emerse growth
• Seasonal Care: Stable conditions year-round, similar to its native tropical climate

Ecological Impact

• Invasiveness: Not known to be invasive under aquarium or terrarium conditions
• Benefit to Wildlife: In its native habitat, may provide shelter and food for small aquatic and semi-aquatic creatures