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MICROSORUM PTEROPUS ON LAVA ROCK – Epiphytic Java Fern for Freshwater Aquariums
Microsorum pteropus, also known as Java fern, is a highly popular epiphytic plant in aquascaping, renowned for its durability, low-maintenance nature, and attractive appearance. In this version, it comes pre-attached to natural lava rock, ready to be placed directly in the aquarium with no additional anchoring required. Lava rock’s porous surface provides an ideal base for the rhizome, ensuring stable growth and secure attachment.
Native to tropical Asia, Microsorum pteropus grows to a height of 15–30 cm, featuring lance-shaped green leaves and a woody rhizome. It must never be buried in the substrate—the rhizome should always remain above the surface to prevent rotting. This fern grows slowly but steadily and adapts easily to a wide range of water conditions, including low to medium lighting and no CO₂ supplementation.
Perfect for natural layouts, low-tech aquariums, and Asian biotope tanks, Java fern also provides natural shade and refuge for delicate fish and invertebrates. The black spots under its leaves are sporangia—reproductive organs of ferns—not disease symptoms. Propagation is simple: divide the rhizome and reattach the sections to new surfaces.
Main features:
Java fern mounted on natural lava rock
Slow-growing, 15–30 cm in height
Hardy, decorative green lance-shaped leaves
Rhizome securely fixed on porous rock, never buried
Ideal for low-tech tanks, natural layouts, Asian biotopes
No CO₂ or intensive fertilization required
Thrives in low to medium lighting
Natural sporangia under leaves, not disease
Easy propagation via rhizome division
Why choose Microsorum pteropus on lava rock:
A practical and decorative solution for instantly enriching your aquarium layout. Java fern on lava rock offers long-lasting beauty, reliable performance, and ease of care—perfect for beginners and experienced aquarists alike.
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