{"title":"Aquarium Ferns","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHardy, low-light ferns that thrive on wood and rock.\u003c\/b\u003e Java Fern, Bolbitis and Water Sprite are some of the easiest aquarium plants to keep: no special substrate, no CO₂ required and very little trimming. Tie or glue them to hardscape and they grow for years.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bolbitis-difformis","title":"Bolbitis Difformis","description":"\u003cp\u003eWant the Bolbitis look in a small tank? \u003cstrong\u003eBolbitis heteroclita\u003c\/strong\u003e 'Difformis' is the miniature one — finely divided lacy fronds on a compact rhizome, where the African Water Fern grows to over a foot. It attaches to wood and stone and stays in scale with a nano layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You’ll Receive\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh, healthy \u003cstrong\u003eBolbitis heteroclita 'Difformis'\u003c\/strong\u003e cultivated and prepared by Aquarium Plants Factory®.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBare-root Plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1–2 plants\u003c\/strong\u003e with loose bare roots rhizome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRooted Bunched:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1–2 plants\u003c\/strong\u003e secured with aquarium-safe foam and a plant weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRooted Potted:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1–2 plants\u003c\/strong\u003e established in a net pot with rockwool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name\u003c\/strong\u003e — Mini Bolbitis, also known as Philippine Bolbitis, Lace Bolbitis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific name\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003cem\u003eBolbitis heteroclita\u003c\/em\u003e 'Difformis'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e — Philippines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement\u003c\/strong\u003e — Foreground to midground, on wood or stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature height\u003c\/strong\u003e — 3–6 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/strong\u003e — Slow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/strong\u003e — Intermediate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e — Low to medium. Bright light means algae on slow-growing fronds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCO₂\u003c\/strong\u003e — Not required, though it fills out faster with it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater\u003c\/strong\u003e — 72–82°F · pH 6.0–7.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate\u003c\/strong\u003e — Not required. Attaches to hardscape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth habit\u003c\/strong\u003e — Amphibious. Also suits high-humidity terrariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation\u003c\/strong\u003e — Rhizome division\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrower’s Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever bury the rhizome. Tie or glue it to wood or stone with the rhizome exposed — buried in substrate it rots, and that is how most Bolbitis is lost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGive it flow.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a rheophyte from shaded Philippine streams, and moderate current keeps the fine fronds clean and moving. Still water lets detritus settle in the foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is slow to start. Expect several weeks before the first new frond, and avoid moving it while it settles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpect a transition period. It is usually grown emersed, and the first fronds may die back as it converts to submerged growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDivide by cutting the rhizome, leaving several fronds and some root on each section.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant the full-size version? See \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquariumplantsfactory.com\/products\/bolbitis-heudelotii\"\u003eBolbitis Heudelotii (African Water Fern)\u003c\/a\u003e, which reaches 8–14 in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant to go deeper? Read our complete \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquariumplantsfactory.com\/blogs\/news\/the-ultimate-guide-to-bolbitis-difformis-care\"\u003eBolbitis Difformis Care Guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNotes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePictures are representative samples only. Live aquatic plants are natural products and may vary in size, color, and fullness depending on season and growing conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever release aquarium plants into natural waterways.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Aquarium Plants Factory","offers":[{"title":"Bare-root Plants","offer_id":40641304133693,"sku":"BR-33","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Rooted Bunched","offer_id":40641305772093,"sku":"B-33","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Rooted Potted","offer_id":39339207786557,"sku":"P-33","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1430\/7150\/files\/bolbitis-difformis-mini-fern.png?v=1735871933"},{"product_id":"microsorum-pteropus","title":"Java Fern","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJava Fern\u003c\/strong\u003e grows attached to wood and stone rather than in substrate, needs no CO₂, and tolerates light levels that would starve most plants. 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This is normal for Java Fern and does not affect growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePotted: Approximately 6+ leaves with some roots placed in a net pot with rockwool for stability. Leaves may be individual, and rhizomes may not be connected. 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Excess light mostly feeds algae on slow-turning leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCO₂\u003c\/strong\u003e — Not required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater\u003c\/strong\u003e — 68–82°F · pH 6.0–7.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate\u003c\/strong\u003e — Not required. Epiphyte — attach the rhizome to hardscape and never bury it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth habit\u003c\/strong\u003e — Amphibious epiphyte. Also grows emersed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation\u003c\/strong\u003e — Rhizome division, plus plantlets from mature leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrower’s Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNever bury the rhizome.\u003c\/strong\u003e Roots can go into substrate; the green horizontal stem cannot. 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Try \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquariumplantsfactory.com\/products\/microsorum-pteropus-narrow\"\u003eNarrow Leaf\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquariumplantsfactory.com\/products\/microsorum-pteropus-needle\"\u003eNeedle Leaf\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquariumplantsfactory.com\/products\/microsorum-pteropus-trident\"\u003eTrident\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquariumplantsfactory.com\/products\/microsorum-pteropus-windelov\"\u003eWindeløv\u003c\/a\u003e. For a large hardscape the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquariumplantsfactory.com\/products\/java-fern-bulk-pack\"\u003eBulk Pack\u003c\/a\u003e works out cheaper per portion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant to go deeper? Read our complete \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquariumplantsfactory.com\/blogs\/news\/the-java-fern-care-guide-attaching-varieties-propagation\"\u003eJava Fern Care Guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNotes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhotos are for reference; leaf size, shape and count vary with lighting and growing conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever release aquarium plants into natural waterways.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Aquarium Plants Factory","offers":[{"title":"Bare-root","offer_id":39288162254909,"sku":"BR-272","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bunched","offer_id":41578531979325,"sku":"B-272","price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Potted","offer_id":39288162287677,"sku":"P-272","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1430\/7150\/products\/microsorum-pteropus-java-fern-844660.jpg?v=1625014128"},{"product_id":"microsorum-pteropus-windelov","title":"Java Fern Lace Windelov","description":"\u003cp\u003eJava Fern with fan-shaped tips. \u003cstrong\u003eMicrosorum pteropus\u003c\/strong\u003e 'Windelov' splits each leaf end into fine, lace-like branches — a detail that reads as delicate texture up close and stops the plant looking like a solid green paddle. 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Each culture is grown under sterile laboratory conditions and is \u003cstrong\u003e100% snail-free, algae-free, duckweed-free, and pest-free\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it ideal for aquascapers, shrimp tanks, and sensitive aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name\u003c\/strong\u003e — African Water Fern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific name\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003cem\u003eBolbitis heudelotii\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e — Tropical Africa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement\u003c\/strong\u003e — Midground to background, attached to driftwood, rock or décor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature height\u003c\/strong\u003e — 8–14 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/strong\u003e — Slow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/strong\u003e — Intermediate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e — Low to medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCO₂\u003c\/strong\u003e — Not required, though it drives fuller fronds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater\u003c\/strong\u003e — 72–82°F · pH 6.0–7.5, soft to moderately hard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate\u003c\/strong\u003e — Not required. 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That pause is normal for the genus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlow growth plus translucent fronds means algae shows clearly. Keep light moderate and the tank balanced.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDivide the rhizome into sections with several fronds each once it has bulked up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNotes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePictures are for reference only and may not represent the exact plants you will receive. Tissue Culture plants are grown in sterile laboratory conditions and are \u003cstrong\u003e100% snail-free, algae-free, duckweed-free, and pest-free\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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That is normal for Bolbitis, not a sign of failure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is sensitive to unstable water parameters — steady conditions matter more than any particular value.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDivide the rhizome with a clean blade, keeping several fronds per section.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNotes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolbitis species are sensitive to unstable water parameters and can be slow to adapt to new environments. Growth may temporarily stall during acclimation. 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This is the bulk pack, for covering a whole piece of hardscape or a bonsai tree at once.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Receive\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh, healthy \u003cstrong\u003eBolbitis heteroclita 'Difformis'\u003c\/strong\u003e cultivated and prepared by Aquarium Plants Factory®.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach portion consists of \u003cstrong\u003eapproximately one bare-root plant with around 6 healthy leaves.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5 Pack:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 individual bare-root portions (approximately \u003cstrong\u003e6 leaves per portion\u003c\/strong\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10 Pack:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 individual bare-root portions (approximately \u003cstrong\u003e6 leaves per portion\u003c\/strong\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e20 Pack:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 individual bare-root portions (approximately \u003cstrong\u003e6 leaves per portion\u003c\/strong\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor best results, attach each plant to driftwood or rocks with aquarium-safe glue or thread, allowing the rhizomes to naturally anchor over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name\u003c\/strong\u003e — Mini Bolbitis, also known as Philippine Bolbitis, Lace Bolbitis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific name\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003cem\u003eBolbitis heteroclita\u003c\/em\u003e 'Difformis'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e — Philippines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement\u003c\/strong\u003e — Foreground to midground, on wood or stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature height\u003c\/strong\u003e — 3-6 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/strong\u003e — Slow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/strong\u003e — Intermediate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e — Low to medium. Bright light means algae on slow-growing fronds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCO₂\u003c\/strong\u003e — Not required, though it fills out faster with it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater\u003c\/strong\u003e — 72-82°F, pH 6.0-7.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003cstrong\u003eNot required.\u003c\/strong\u003e Epiphyte — tie or glue the rhizome to hardscape and never bury it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth habit\u003c\/strong\u003e — Amphibious; also suits high-humidity terrariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation\u003c\/strong\u003e — Rhizome division\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrower's Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuy coverage, do not wait for it.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mini Bolbitis is slow enough that filling a large piece of wood from one plant takes years. Twenty portions spread across the hardscape look established immediately — that is the whole case for the bulk pack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGive it flow.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a rheophyte from shaded Philippine streams, and moderate current keeps the fine fronds clean and moving. In still water detritus settles into the foliage and stays there.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpace the portions.\u003c\/strong\u003e Each rhizome needs water movement around it. Where rhizomes press together, debris collects and rot starts at the contact points.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpect a transition.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is grown emersed, so some of the fronds it arrives with will die back as it converts to submerged growth. Leave it alone — new fronds follow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever bury the rhizome. Attach with cotton thread or a spot of gel glue; the roots grip the wood themselves within a couple of months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComparing our Bolbitis:\u003c\/strong\u003e the full-size African species is \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquariumplantsfactory.com\/products\/bolbitis-heudelotii\"\u003eBolbitis Heudelotii\u003c\/a\u003e (8-14 in), and the parent species of this cultivar is \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquariumplantsfactory.com\/products\/bolbitis-heteroclita\"\u003eBolbitis Heteroclita\u003c\/a\u003e (6-10 in).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant to go deeper? Read our complete \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquariumplantsfactory.com\/blogs\/news\/the-ultimate-guide-to-bolbitis-difformis-care\"\u003eBolbitis Difformis Care Guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNotes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePictures are representative samples only. 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This is the bulk pack, for furnishing a large hardscape, a shop tank, or several aquariums at once.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Receive\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh, healthy \u003cstrong\u003eJava Fern (Leptochilus pteropus)\u003c\/strong\u003e cultivated and prepared by Aquarium Plants Factory®.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBare-root Portion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately \u003cstrong\u003e6 individual leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e with some roots attached. Leaves may arrive separated, and \u003cstrong\u003erhizomes are not guaranteed to be connected\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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New rhizomes and plantlets will naturally develop as the plant grows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name\u003c\/strong\u003e — Java Fern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific name\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003cem\u003eLeptochilus pteropus\u003c\/em\u003e (syn. \u003cem\u003eMicrosorum pteropus\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e — Southeast Asia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement\u003c\/strong\u003e — Midground, attached to driftwood, rock or décor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature height\u003c\/strong\u003e — 6-10 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/strong\u003e — Slow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/strong\u003e — Beginner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e — Low to medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCO₂\u003c\/strong\u003e — Not required; it encourages faster growth and larger leaves but is not needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater\u003c\/strong\u003e — 68-82°F, pH 6.0-7.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003cstrong\u003eNot required.\u003c\/strong\u003e Epiphyte — attach the rhizome to hardscape and never bury it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth habit\u003c\/strong\u003e — Amphibious; grows emersed as well as submersed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation\u003c\/strong\u003e — Rhizome division, plus plantlets from mature leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrower's Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuy coverage, do not wait for it.\u003c\/strong\u003e Java Fern adds only a few leaves a year. Twenty portions spread across a large piece of wood look established the day they go in; one portion never will.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeparated leaves are a feature, not damage.\u003c\/strong\u003e Each leaf with a scrap of rhizome and a root will grow into its own plant, and separate pieces are far easier to distribute across a hardscape than one bound clump. That is why we do not thread them together.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNever bury the rhizome.\u003c\/strong\u003e Roots may go into substrate; the green horizontal stem must stay in open water or it rots — the single most common way a Java Fern is killed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlack spots on old leaves are baby plants, not disease.\u003c\/strong\u003e Leave a spotted leaf in place until each plantlet has roots and two or three leaves, then detach and attach it elsewhere. A bulk planting becomes self-propagating within a year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpect a change of leaf.\u003c\/strong\u003e We grow this emersed, so some arriving leaves will die back as the plants convert to submerged growth. That is the plant working, not failing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant to go deeper? Read our complete \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquariumplantsfactory.com\/blogs\/news\/the-java-fern-care-guide-attaching-varieties-propagation\"\u003eJava Fern Care Guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNotes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePictures are representative samples only. Live aquatic plants are natural products and may vary in size, color, and fullness depending on season and growing conditions. 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