Aquarium Plant Care: Microsorium pteropus 'Javafern'
Microsorium pteropus 'Javafern', also known as Java fern, can be a beautiful addition to your aquarium. Here are some care tips:
- Lighting: Provide low to moderate lighting.
- Water Parameters: Maintain slightly acidic to neutral water conditions (pH 6.0-7.5) and a temperature range of 22-28°C (72-82°F).
- Height: Maximum height of 30cm.
- Growth Rate: Slow to medium.
- Care Level: Easy.
- Placement: Background or midground.
- Substrate: Can be attached to driftwood or rocks, but not required to be planted in substrate.
- Fertilisation: Minimal fertilisation required, can be attached to nutrient-rich surfaces.
- Pruning: Trim old or damaged leaves as needed.
- Propagation: Easily propagates by splitting rhizome or by growing new plantlets on leaves.
- Water Quality: Perform regular water changes to maintain good water quality.
- Compatibility: Microsorium pteropus 'Javafern' 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.