Microsorum Pteropus (Java Fern) 5cm pot

Add lush greenery and effortless natural beauty to your aquarium with the classic Java Fern. Microsorum pteropus One of the most popular aquarium plants in the world, Java Fern is loved for its hardy nature, flowing green leaves, and ability to thrive in a wide range of aquarium conditions. Perfect for beginners and experienced aquascapers alike, it creates a natural jungle-like appearance while requiring very little maintenance.

Its flowing leaves provide excellent shelter and resting areas for fish, shrimp, and fry, making it a staple plant in community and aquascaped aquariums.

🌿 Why Choose Java Fern?
🌱 Hardy and extremely beginner-friendly live plant
🪵 Perfect for attaching to wood and rocks
🦐 Excellent cover for shrimp, fry, and shy fish
🌿 Thrives in low-light and low-tech aquariums
⭐ Creates a lush natural aquascape appearance

In a mature aquarium, Java Fern develops long flowing leaves that sway gently in the current, adding movement and depth to the aquascape.

📏 Care Requirements
🧬 Scientific Name: Microsorum pteropus
📛 Common Name: Java Fern
💡 Lighting: Low to medium
🪴 Placement: Midground to background
📏 Growth Height: ~15–35 cm
🌡️ Temperature: 20–28°C
⚗️ pH Range: 6.0–7.8
💧 Care Level: Easy
🌱 Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
🫧 CO₂ Requirement: Not required
🍽️ Fertilisation: Optional liquid fertiliser beneficial

Java Fern grows best attached to bogwood, rocks, or décor with the rhizome exposed above the substrate.

🐠 Best For Aquariums With
🦐 Shrimp and peaceful community aquariums
🐠 Bettas, gouramis, tetras, rasboras, and Corydoras
🌿 Low-tech planted aquariums and aquascapes
🐟 Fry tanks and fish requiring cover or resting areas
🪵 Natural wood and rock layouts

⚠️ Important Notes
The rhizome should never be buried in substrate, as this may cause the plant to rot. Older leaves may develop small plantlets, which can be separated and replanted.

A fantastic choice for UK aquarists wanting a hardy, versatile aquarium plant that provides natural beauty with minimal maintenance.