Java Fern (Microsorum pteropus) is a highly popular and versatile aquatic plant known for its lush, green foliage and ease of care. Native to Southeast Asia, this plant is a favorite among both beginner and experienced aquarists for its ability to thrive in various water conditions and low-light environments.

Key Features

• Appearance: Java Fern boasts vibrant green, lance-shaped leaves that can grow up to 13 inches (33 cm) in length. Its unique texture and appearance add a natural and appealing look to any aquarium.
• Low Maintenance: This plant requires minimal care, making it perfect for aquarists of all skill levels. It thrives in low to moderate light conditions and does not require CO2 supplementation.
• Versatile Placement: Java Fern can be easily attached to driftwood, rocks, and other aquarium decorations using thread or aquarium-safe glue. It prefers to be anchored to a hard surface rather than buried in the substrate.

Optimal Growing Conditions

• Lighting: Java Fern does well in low to moderate light, making it ideal for shaded areas of the tank or low-tech setups.
• Water Parameters: This plant thrives in a wide range of water conditions with temperatures between 68°F and 82°F (20°C to 28°C) and a pH level of 6.0 to 7.5.
• Substrate: While Java Fern can tolerate various substrates, it grows best when its rhizome is above the substrate to prevent rot.

Benefits for Your Aquarium

• Water Quality Improvement: Java Fern helps improve water quality by absorbing excess nutrients and providing oxygenation, creating a healthier environment for fish and other aquatic life.
• Natural Aesthetic: Its lush, green foliage enhances the natural beauty of the aquarium, creating a serene and visually appealing underwater landscape.
• Fish Shelter: The dense leaves of Java Fern offer excellent hiding spots for fish, shrimp, and other invertebrates, promoting a stress-free environment.

Propagation

• Simple Propagation: Java Fern can be easily propagated through rhizome division or by planting plantlets that form on the leaves. Simply cut or detach the plantlets and attach them to new surfaces in your aquarium.

Conclusion

Java Fern is a resilient and attractive plant that brings numerous benefits to any freshwater aquarium. Its ease of care, adaptability, and aesthetic appeal make it a must-have for aquarists seeking to create a vibrant and healthy underwater environment.

Enhance your aquarium with the timeless beauty of Java Fern. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced aquarist, this plant is sure to add value and charm to your aquatic setup.

• Approx. 8-10" tall, special tall size Java Fern!

• Bare-root plants |  Includes approximately 6 leaf, loose plants with roots. Perfect for flexible planting arrangements.
• Rooted bunched | Approximately 6 leaf, bundled with foam and a plant weight for easy placement.
• Rooted potted | About 6 leaf with roots, securely potted in a net pot with rockwool, ensuring stability and healthy growth.

Disclaimer: Pictures are not the actual plants you will receive, but a sample representation. Unless specific, we don't guarantee aquatic plants will be free of pests, pesticides, grow emerged, or submerge.  

 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.