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Compatible plant
Java Fern
Microsorum pteropus
Very easy
Description
Microsorum pteropus (Java Fern) is an extremely hardy aquatic fern. Like Anubias, it is not planted in the substrate but attaches to decor. Popular varieties: standard, trident, narrow leaf, Windelov.
🌍 Origin
Southeast Asia.
Appearance
Dark green, lance-shaped leaves. The Trident variety has 3-lobed leaves. Windelov has forked tips.
Recommended parameters
pH
6.0-7.5
Temperature
20-30°C
GH
2-15
Lighting
Low–medium
Size
15–35 cm
Growth
Slow
Position
Midground / background (on wood)
Compatibility with discus
Perfect for an Amazonian biotope (though not strictly native to the Amazon). Discus won't eat it.
Care
Zero maintenance. It self-propagates through plantlets on older leaves.
Substrate
No — tie onto driftwood or rocks with thread/glue.
Fertilization
Occasional liquid fertilizer. No CO2 needed.
CO2: Not needed
💡 Practical tips
- →Black dots on the back of leaves = normal (spores)
- →Young plantlets can be detached for propagation
- →Low light is preferred
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