Blue Tailed Sedge 'Wide Leaf' - Mapania enodis sp. 'Bandung Bule' (syn. Wide Leaf Caudata)

Taxonomic Name: Mapania enodis sp. 'Bandung Bule' (syn. Wide Leaf Caudata)

Common Name: Blue Tailed Sedge 'Wide Leaf'

Plant Quick Facts:

💡 Light: Low to Medium, Indirect Light

💧 Watering: Every other day

💨 Humidity: Medium to High

🌡️ Temperature: 65-80°F

🌎 Soil: Rich

💊 Fertilizing: Once a Month

✂️ Pruning/Trimming: Remove dead leaves to encourage new growth  

🪲 Pests/Diseases: None

📐 Size: 8-15” tall

⏱️ Growth Speed: Slow

This extremely rare sedge hails from the lush tropical forests of South-East Asia, specifically Malaysia and Indonesia. It boasts incredible metallic blue coloration that, unlike begonias and spike mosses, is visible from any angle (dry or wet). This is due to the use of nano-silica particles in the top layers of each leaf that refract blue light. The result is tall shimmering blue “grasses”.

In its natural habitat, it grows in the banks of streams and ponds. Therefore, its roots need to stay consistently wet for the best results. Since it is an understory plant, low light brings out the darkest blue hues.

This sedge can be kept as a houseplant near aquariums or places of high humidity, when not being kept in a terrarium or enclosed environment. 

Previously known as Mapania caudata, it has been reclassified as Mapania enodis, and comes in to forms, Wide Leaf and Narrow Leaf. 

Plants are sold as rooted juvenile or mature sizes. 

• All our plants are cultivated in house, using our own line of soils and plant care products.
• Most of our plants are sold in a fully rooted state with at least 4 mature leaves - This allows the safe delivery of each order and allow for the quickest acclimation upon arrival.
• We provide ongoing support and guidance to ensure your plant thrives in its new environment.
• Feel free to reach out to us for any questions or concerns regarding plant care or product information.