Microsorum Pteropus Needle Leaf
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| Management number | 234745939 | Release Date | 2026/07/02 | List Price | $8.00 | Model Number | 234745939 | ||
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Java Fern Needle Leaf belongs to the Microsorum genus and is easy to spot thanks to its distinctive, slender appearance. This popular choice for planted aquariums features narrow, ribbon-like leaves and is just as low maintenance as other Java Fern plants. It tends to grow a little denser, making it a great pick for aquascapes using driftwood and tanks of all sizes. Care requirements are minimal, and its hardiness makes it a natural favorite for both beginner and experienced aquascapers.
Recently reclassified as Leptochilus pteropus, this plant is still widely known in the hobby as Microsorum pteropus. But, if you’re looking for live aquarium plants for a low-tech tank or your first aquascape, Java Fern Needle Leaf is a perfect fit. Its care is similar to other beginner-friendly aquatic plants like Anubias, Bucephalandra, Cryptocoryne and mosses. For a healthy start, plant your Java Fern in established setups with mature cycles — Good tank maintenance and clean water are key and help prevent common issues with plants in general. While optional, providing CO2 injection and a liquid aquatic plant fertilizer are great for overall health and boosting growth speed. Propagation is simple! When your fern is ready, gently separate it at the base rhizome and reattach it.
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