Schismatoglottie Prietoi - Tissue Culture Cup

A rare, terrestrial plant with glossy, dark green leaves, adding a touch of exotic elegance to moist terrariums.

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  • 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

Schismatoglottie Prietoi - Tissue Culture Cup

$89.90 $150.00 40% Off