Java Fern in Vitro Culture® – Iconic, Low-Maintenance Fern for Freshwater Aquariums

Java Fern (Microsorum pteropus) is one of the most popular and beginner-friendly aquarium plants in the hobby—renowned for its lush, leathery green leaves, hardy nature, and versatility in aquascaping. Now available in our sterile Vitro Culture® bag, this classic aquatic fern is grown using Tissue Culture Technology, ensuring a 100% pest-free, algae-free, and pesticide-free start that’s safe for shrimp tanks, nano tanks, and sensitive freshwater ecosystems.

Unlike rooted plants, Java Fern does not require substrate planting. It thrives when attached to driftwood, rocks, or decor, making it an ideal choice for low-tech setups, nature-style aquascapes, or aquarists seeking hassle-free greenery.

🌿 Key Features:

• Scientific Name: Microsorum pteropus

• Common Name: Java Fern

• Leaf Shape: Long, lanceolate leaves with deep green coloration

• Growth Habit: Rhizome-based; grows best when attached to hardscape

• Vitro Culture® Format: 4-inch sterile bag with vitamin-enriched gel or liquid

• Placement: Midground or background in all aquarium sizes

• Growth Rate: Moderate

• Difficulty Level: Very easy – excellent for beginners

💧 Optimal Growing Conditions:

• Lighting: Low to moderate (does not require intense light)

• CO₂: Not required

• Substrate: Not needed—attach to rocks or wood

• Water Parameters: pH 6.0–7.5 | Temperature: 68–82°F (20–28°C)

• Fertilizer: Benefits from occasional liquid fertilization

🧪 Vitro Culture® Advantages:

• 100% Pest-Free: Free of algae, snails, and harmful chemicals

• Sterile Growth Medium: Ideal for shrimp tanks and sensitive aquariums

• Long Shelf Life: Can be stored unopened under light until planting

• Easy Transition: Rinse, divide, and secure to hardscape with thread or glue

🐠 Aquascaping Benefits:

• Low Maintenance: No trimming required; slow and steady growth

• Highly Versatile: Fits any layout style—from minimalist to jungle

• Shrimp-Safe & Hardy: Resistant to damage and adapts to most water conditions

• Decorative & Functional: Offers shelter for small fish and shrimp

📦 What You’ll Receive:

One 4-inch sealed Vitro Culture® bag yield 2-3 small clump plants! Healthy specimen, ready-to-plant Java Fern portions—ideal for attaching to rocks, driftwood, or decor.

⚠️ Disclaimer:

Images shown are for reference only. Actual leaf size and density may vary depending on aquarium lighting and conditions.

 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.