{"product_id":"ceratopteris-cornuta-5cm-pot","title":"Ceratopteris Cornuta 5cm pot","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"11xcylj\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"51\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003eCeratopteris Cornuta (\u003cem data-start=\"28\" data-end=\"50\"\u003eCeratopteris cornuta\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"53\" data-end=\"537\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"53\" data-end=\"75\"\u003eCeratopteris cornuta\u003c\/em\u003e, commonly known as \u003cstrong data-start=\"95\" data-end=\"111\"\u003eWater Sprite\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a fast-growing and highly versatile aquatic fern that is popular among aquascapers and beginner fishkeepers alike. Its delicate, bright green, lace-like leaves create a soft, natural appearance while providing excellent cover for fish, shrimp, and fry. Whether planted in the substrate or left floating on the surface, this adaptable plant adds texture, movement, and a vibrant splash of green to any freshwater aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"539\" data-end=\"820\"\u003eThanks to its rapid growth, \u003cem data-start=\"567\" data-end=\"589\"\u003eCeratopteris cornuta\u003c\/em\u003e is excellent at absorbing excess nutrients from the water, helping to reduce algae growth and improve overall water quality. Its low-maintenance nature makes it one of the best plants for newly established and community aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"kzp505\" data-start=\"822\" data-end=\"860\"\u003e🌿 Why Choose Ceratopteris Cornuta?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"862\" data-end=\"1218\"\u003e🌱 Beautiful bright green, finely divided foliage\u003cbr data-start=\"911\" data-end=\"914\"\u003e💧 Can be grown planted or floating\u003cbr data-start=\"949\" data-end=\"952\"\u003e🐟 Provides excellent shelter for fry and shy fish\u003cbr data-start=\"1002\" data-end=\"1005\"\u003e🦐 Fantastic hiding place for freshwater shrimp\u003cbr data-start=\"1052\" data-end=\"1055\"\u003e🌿 Fast-growing and beginner-friendly\u003cbr data-start=\"1092\" data-end=\"1095\"\u003e✨ Helps reduce excess nutrients and discourage algae growth\u003cbr data-start=\"1154\" data-end=\"1157\"\u003e🌎 Suitable for a wide range of tropical freshwater aquariums\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1220\" data-end=\"1494\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1220\" data-end=\"1242\"\u003eCeratopteris cornuta\u003c\/em\u003e is naturally found throughout tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia, where it grows in slow-moving rivers, marshes, ponds, and floodplains. It thrives in warm, nutrient-rich waters and is highly adaptable to a variety of aquarium conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"eyqbfy\" data-start=\"1496\" data-end=\"1519\"\u003e📏 Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1521\" data-end=\"2089\"\u003e🧬 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1524\" data-end=\"1544\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1545\" data-end=\"1567\"\u003eCeratopteris cornuta\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1567\" data-end=\"1570\"\u003e📛 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1573\" data-end=\"1589\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water Sprite \/ Horned Water Fern\u003cbr data-start=\"1622\" data-end=\"1625\"\u003e🏠 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1628\" data-end=\"1642\"\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30L+ recommended\u003cbr data-start=\"1659\" data-end=\"1662\"\u003e📏 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1665\" data-end=\"1684\"\u003eMaximum Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–50cm (depending on growing conditions)\u003cbr data-start=\"1726\" data-end=\"1729\"\u003e📐 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1732\" data-end=\"1748\"\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast\u003cbr data-start=\"1753\" data-end=\"1756\"\u003e💡 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1759\" data-end=\"1772\"\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to moderate (higher light encourages faster growth)\u003cbr data-start=\"1828\" data-end=\"1831\"\u003e🌡️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1835\" data-end=\"1851\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–30°C\u003cbr data-start=\"1859\" data-end=\"1862\"\u003e⚗️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1865\" data-end=\"1878\"\u003epH Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.8\u003cbr data-start=\"1886\" data-end=\"1889\"\u003e💧 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1892\" data-end=\"1911\"\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft to moderately hard water\u003cbr data-start=\"1941\" data-end=\"1944\"\u003e🌱 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1947\" data-end=\"1961\"\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Midground, background, or floating plant\u003cbr data-start=\"2002\" data-end=\"2005\"\u003e🧪 \u003cstrong data-start=\"2008\" data-end=\"2016\"\u003eCO₂:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not required, but beneficial for faster growth\u003cbr data-start=\"2063\" data-end=\"2066\"\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong data-start=\"2069\" data-end=\"2084\"\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2091\" data-end=\"2416\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2091\" data-end=\"2113\"\u003eCeratopteris cornuta\u003c\/em\u003e grows well in nutrient-rich aquariums with stable water conditions. If planted, avoid burying the crown too deeply, as this can cause it to rot. Many aquarists choose to float the plant, allowing its long roots to hang beneath the surface where they provide outstanding shelter for fish fry and shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2418\" data-end=\"2531\"\u003eRegular trimming encourages bushier growth and prevents the plant from shading slower-growing species beneath it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1yvun2b\" data-start=\"2533\" data-end=\"2555\"\u003e🐠 Ideal Tank Mates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2557\" data-end=\"2646\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2557\" data-end=\"2579\"\u003eCeratopteris cornuta\u003c\/em\u003e is suitable for almost all peaceful tropical aquariums, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2648\" data-end=\"2833\"\u003e🐟 Tetras\u003cbr data-start=\"2657\" data-end=\"2660\"\u003e🐟 Rasboras\u003cbr data-start=\"2671\" data-end=\"2674\"\u003e🐟 Guppies and Endlers\u003cbr data-start=\"2696\" data-end=\"2699\"\u003e🐟 Platies, Mollies, and Swordtails\u003cbr data-start=\"2734\" data-end=\"2737\"\u003e🐟 Corydoras\u003cbr data-start=\"2749\" data-end=\"2752\"\u003e🐟 Gouramis\u003cbr data-start=\"2763\" data-end=\"2766\"\u003e🐟 Angelfish\u003cbr data-start=\"2778\" data-end=\"2781\"\u003e🦐 Freshwater Shrimp\u003cbr data-start=\"2801\" data-end=\"2804\"\u003e🐌 Peaceful freshwater snails\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2835\" data-end=\"2993\"\u003eIts dense foliage makes it particularly valuable in breeding tanks, where it provides excellent cover for newly born livebearer fry and young egg-laying fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"9ghvog\" data-start=\"2995\" data-end=\"3013\"\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3015\" data-end=\"3310\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"3015\" data-end=\"3037\"\u003eCeratopteris cornuta\u003c\/em\u003e is one of the fastest-growing aquarium plants available and may require regular pruning to prevent it from dominating smaller aquariums. Floating specimens can spread quickly across the surface, so occasional thinning may be necessary to allow light to reach plants below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3312\" data-end=\"3503\"\u003eAs a rapid nutrient consumer, this plant is highly effective at helping maintain water quality and limiting algae growth, making it an excellent choice for both new and established aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3505\" data-end=\"3696\"\u003eUnder favourable conditions, mature plants often produce small plantlets on the edges of their leaves. These can simply be detached and replanted elsewhere, making propagation quick and easy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3698\" data-end=\"4034\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"3698\" data-end=\"3720\"\u003eCeratopteris cornuta\u003c\/em\u003e is a superb choice for UK aquarists looking for a beautiful, hardy, and easy-to-grow aquarium plant. 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