Narrow Leaf Java Fern

Microsorum pteropus 'Narrow'

Familie : Polypodiaceae

PflanzeSüßwasserepiphyte

A variety of Java fern with very narrow, elongated leaves, giving a light and elegant appearance. Perfect for planted tanks.

IUCN-Status
LC
Nicht gefährdet
Biome
Rivières et forêts inondées d'Indonésie, Malaisie, Thaïlande.

Beschreibung

Microsorum pteropus 'Narrow' has linear leaves 20-30 cm long, bright green, undivided. This slender shape allows creating dense backgrounds without blocking the view. It is a robust epiphyte that easily attaches to supports. Growth is slow and requires little maintenance. Old leaves produce plantlets that can be detached for propagation.

Lebensraum

Region :

Rivers and wetlands of Southeast Asia, on rocks and roots

Verbreitung :

Empfohlene Parameter

Temperatur2028 °C
pH67.5
GH38 °dGH
KH25 °dKH
NO₃
≤ 20 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 2 mg/L
CO₂
≤ 10 mg/L
Beleuchtung
Niedrig

Pflege

Schwierigkeit
1/5
Ernährung
Photosynthetisch
Min. Aquarium
20 L
Min. Gruppe
1
Endgröße
30 cm
Lebenserwartung
5 Jahre
Wesen
Friedlich
Vermehrung

Pflegehinweise

Very easy plant, ideal for beginners. Low to moderate light, no CO2 required. Temperature 20-28°C, pH 6.0-7.5. A liquid fertilizer rich in potassium is recommended. Do not bury the rhizome. Can be used as background or attached to a central root. Compatible with all peaceful fish. Regular trimming of overly long leaves controls its height.

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