Aquarium Plant Care: Microsorium narrow leaf - 5cm Pot
Microsorium narrow leaf, also known as narrow leaf java fern, can be a beautiful addition to your aquarium. Here are some care tips:
- Lighting: Provide moderate to low lighting.
- Water Parameters: Maintain slightly acidic to neutral water conditions (pH 6.0-7.5) and a temperature range of 18-28°C (65-82°F).
- Height: Maximum height of 20cm.
- Growth Rate: Slow.
- Care Level: Easy.
- Placement: Background.
- Substrate: Can be attached to driftwood or rocks, or planted in substrate.
- Fertilisation: Can benefit from occasional liquid fertilisation.
- Pruning: Trim the plant regularly to remove old or yellowing leaves.
- Propagation: Can be propagated by dividing the rhizome or by planting daughter plants that form on the leaves.
- Water Quality: Perform regular water changes to maintain good water quality.
- Compatibility: Microsorium narrow leaf is generally compatible with most fish species.
- CO2 Injection: Not necessary, but can promote faster growth.
- Algae Control: Monitor for algae growth and maintain proper balance.