Java Fern

Aquatic Plant

Java Fern

Microsorum pteropus

About

One of the most popular and hardy aquarium plants. Attaches to rocks and driftwood — never plant in substrate. Ideal for beginners and low-tech tanks.

Details

Scientific Name

Microsorum pteropus

Origin

Southeast Asia

Water Type

freshwater

Light

●○○ low

CO₂

none

Difficulty

Easy

Growth Rate

slow

Substrate

Floats / attaches

Temperature

18–30 °C