Ironwood trees drop the pollen; in another season, other plant detritus would work equally well.

Much of this biomass occurs below ground in the root systems and as partially decomposed plant detritus.

Pupation takes place below ground or in amongst plant detritus.

In the aquarium it will thrive on a gravel or sand medium alone containing plenty of plant detritus.

When available, plant detritus in the tank is readily utilised by the mass of roots.

Therefore a muddy medium with plenty of plant detritus is essential.

The long roots reach the tank bottom, where the medium should be rich in organic matter, such as plant detritus.

A clay base nourished with plant detritus is also sufficient.

If the tank contains plant detritus, then this condition will suit well.

They prefer plant detritus or bedrock as a substrate.