Ceratopteris Siliquosa, commonly known as Water Sprite, is a highly versatile and fast-growing aquatic plant that can transform any aquarium into a lush, green oasis. Known for its delicate, fern-like leaves and easy care requirements, Water Sprite is an excellent choice for both beginner and experienced aquarists. This plant can be used as a floating plant, a midground anchor, or as a background plant, offering flexibility in aquascaping designs.

Key Features of Ceratopteris Siliquosa (Water Sprite)

1. Delicate, Fern-Like Leaves: Water Sprite boasts finely divided, lace-like leaves that create a beautiful and airy appearance. The light green foliage adds a refreshing and natural look to any aquarium, making it an attractive focal point.

2. Versatile Growth Options: This plant can be grown either floating on the water surface or anchored in the substrate. Its adaptability allows for creative aquascaping, whether you want a floating canopy or a rooted background plant.

3. Fast Growth Rate: Ceratopteris Siliquosa is known for its rapid growth, helping to quickly fill in empty spaces in your tank. This fast growth rate also makes it effective at outcompeting algae for nutrients, contributing to a cleaner and healthier aquarium environment.

4. Natural Habitat: Native to tropical regions around the world, Water Sprite thrives in warm, freshwater environments. It naturally grows in shallow waters, making it an ideal choice for replicating tropical biotope aquariums.

5. Easy Propagation: Propagating Water Sprite is simple and straightforward. New plantlets form along the leaves and can be separated and replanted. This makes it easy to expand your collection and maintain a lush, green aquarium.

Care Tips for Ceratopteris Siliquosa (Water Sprite)

• Lighting: Moderate to high lighting is ideal for Water Sprite. Adequate light supports its rapid growth and helps maintain its vibrant green color.
• Water Conditions: This plant prefers water temperatures between 68-82°F (20-28°C) with a pH range of 6.0 to 7.5. It can thrive in a variety of water conditions, making it highly adaptable.
• Substrate: While Water Sprite can be grown floating, it can also be anchored in the substrate. A nutrient-rich substrate will support its growth, but it can also absorb nutrients directly from the water.
• Fertilization: Regular fertilization with a balanced aquarium fertilizer will promote healthy growth and vibrant foliage. CO2 supplementation is not strictly necessary but can enhance its development.
• Water Flow: Moderate water flow is ideal for keeping the leaves of Water Sprite clean and free from debris, mimicking its natural environment.

Benefits of Adding Ceratopteris Siliquosa (Water Sprite) to Your Aquarium

• Aesthetic Appeal: The delicate, fern-like leaves of Water Sprite add a stunning visual effect, enhancing the natural beauty of any aquascape.
• Habitat Enrichment: Provides excellent cover and hiding spots for fish and invertebrates, creating a more dynamic and balanced ecosystem.
• Water Quality Improvement: Water Sprite helps maintain water quality by absorbing excess nutrients and oxygenating the water, reducing the risk of algae outbreaks.

Ceratopteris Siliquosa (Water Sprite) is an exceptional choice for any aquarist looking to create a vibrant and healthy underwater environment. Its unique appearance, fast growth, and ease of care make it a standout plant for enhancing the beauty and biodiversity of any aquarium.

 WHAT WE GUARANTEE

24 Hours Live Arrival Guarantee* - In a rare case of live stocks dead on arrival, we must be notified within 24 hours by the same day of delivery. Please take clear photos of the damaged product and send it to us within 24 hours.  Live Arrival Guarantee will be void after 24 hours of delivery. All replacements are considered final and we will not replace the replacement.

1. Picture requirements: Take at least 2 clear photos of damaged product in their original, unopened & sealed transparent packing and send photos and orders information to our email within 24 hours: aquariumplantsfactory@gmail.com 
2. Please do not take picture of damaged plants, or animals in your aquarium. Once they have been introduced to your aquarium's ecosystem. It is no longer covered by our guarantee.

Please be aware that our Live Arrival Guarantee is subject to certain conditions. Specifically, the guarantee will not be applicable in cases where the package is marked as 'invalid address', 'undeliverable' or is 'returned to sender.' This includes situations such as a vacant delivery address, a missing apartment number, or any other issues that prevent the postal service from delivering your package.

It is crucial to provide accurate and complete shipping information to ensure the successful delivery of your order and the applicability of the Live Arrival Guarantee.

Please keep in mind that Live Arrival Guarantee only guarantees that live stocks will be alive upon arrival. We cannot guarantee that you will continue to have success with them. Many factors, including the aquarium environment, water quality, nutrient, temperature, lighting, filter, and CO2 system, can contribute to the failure to grow live plants and live animals.

WHAT WE CAN'T GUARANTEE

Even though our plants are very clean, but we can't guarantee they will be 100% pest-free because we cannot be responsible for your aquarium. Please use it at your own risk. We recommended all customers rinse the plants with clean water and quarantine them before use.

However, plants in tissue culture will be 100% free from pests, algae and never have been contacting with any aquarium.

1. Due to the nature of the product. We don't guarantee our plants will be pests free. ( snails, algae, hitchhikers )
2. We don't guarantee our plants will be free of pesticides. We use homemade, organic pesticides in our greenhouse to control pests. We do not use pesticides that contain copper. Copper is toxic to invertebrates such as aquatic snails, crabs, shrimps, etc
3. We don't guarantee your aquarium success or are responsible for your aquarium inhabitant including but not limited to fish, shrimp, snail, turtle, etc. So please quarantine all plants when use!
4. Unless specific, we don't guarantee aquatic plants will be grow emerged or submerge.

Please review your state's regulations on restricted plants, as we are committed to not shipping plants that are restricted in your area. Do not release any plants into the wild or waterways, as this can harm local ecosystems by introducing invasive species.

Your cooperation in protecting the environment is appreciated. For continuously updated information, refer to the USDA State Noxious Weed list here.

Thank you for your responsible commitment to environmental preservation.