Java Fern Live Aquatic Plant

Java Fern Live Aquatic PlantJava Fern (Microsorum pteropus) is one of the most popular and reliable freshwater aquarium plants, prized for its hardy nature and attractive deep green leaves. It is exceptionally easy to care for, making it ideal for beginners, low tech aquariums, and established planted tanks alike. Unlike rooted plants, Java Fern attaches itself to driftwood, rocks, or dcor, making it perfect for natural aquascapes. Its slow growth, tolerance of low light, and

Java Fern (Microsorum pteropus) is one of the most popular and reliable freshwater aquarium plants, prized for its hardy nature and attractive deep green leaves. It is exceptionally easy to care for, making it ideal for beginners, low-tech aquariums, and established planted tanks alike.

Unlike rooted plants, Java Fern attaches itself to driftwood, rocks, or décor, making it perfect for natural aquascapes. Its slow growth, tolerance of low light, and resistance to grazing make it suitable for community tanks, cichlid setups, and even goldfish aquariums.

Size Guide: Approx 5-8cm high

Key Features:

• Extremely hardy and beginner-friendly

• Does not require planting in substrate

• Attaches easily to wood or rocks

• Slow growing and low maintenance

• Ideal for low-light aquariums

• Safe with most fish, including plant-nibblers

Plant Characteristics:

• Scientific Name: Microsorum pteropus

• Common Name: Java Fern

• Growth Rate: Slow

• Height: 15–35 cm

• Placement: Midground to background

• Lighting Requirements: Low to moderate

• CO₂: Not required

• Difficulty Level: Very easy

Aquarium Requirements:

• Water Temperature: 20–28°C

• pH Range: 6.0–8.0

• Water Hardness: 3–18 dGH

• Substrate: Not required (attach to décor)

• Filtration: Low to moderate

• Tank Size: Suitable for nano to large aquariums

• Compatibility: Safe with community fish, cichlids, shrimp, and goldfish

Special Notes:

• Rhizome must not be buried in substrate

• Grows best when tied or glued to hardscape

• Black spots on leaves are normal and indicate spore production

• Slow growth means minimal trimming is required

Please note that this plant is sold as a bunch, size of the bunch will vary dependent on season/time of year.

Photo for illustration purposes only, but very similar in size and style