Common Name: Java FernÂ
Microsorum Pteropus
***Every live plant is unique. Height and shape of mat will vary.***
Java fern is one of the most popular aquarium plants in the hobby due to it’s beauty and easy care. They can grow in low light conditions and a wide range of water parameters. The mini version is perfect for any tank size due to their smaller leaves.Â
This Java Fern plant will come pre-attached to a mat and ready to place in your aquarium or terrarium. Make sure to always keep the rhizomes above your substrate or the plant can begin to rot. Propagation is easy and straightforward; simply cut or pull apart rhizomes to be replanted.Â
Notes:
- Java Fern is an epiphytic aquarium plant. This means it can grow fine when attached to aquascaping hardscape like driftwood and stones.
- Burying the rhizome will cause the plant to die
- Java Fern will propagate through its leaves. Dots on the underside of its leaves are normal and not a cause for concern.
- Do not make drastic changes to the aquarium. Unstable parameters will result in melt and rotting of the aquarium plant.
- CO2 injection will yield better growth.
- Please research appropriately to ensure your plant thrives.
Family Name: Polypodiaceae
Origin: Indonesia
Mat size may vary:Â 4x1"
Height: 5-8”
pH: 6-7.5
Care: Easy
Light: Low
Co2: Not Required
Propagation: Separate by Rhizome
Growth rate:Â Slow to Moderate
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Overall rating: 4.9074073 / 5 from 108 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
The Java Fern Mat is highly regarded for its healthy and lush appearance, with customers appreciating its vibrant leaves and great condition. The plant is easy to care for, thriving in low light conditions and a wide range of water parameters. Customers also noted the fast shipping and overall satisfaction with their purchase.
Summary topics
- Aquarium Ferns (5%): It was reported by customers that the aquarium ferns were great, healthy, and of good quality.
- Plant Quality (9%): It was observed by customers that the quality of the plants from Buceplant is consistently great.
- Java Fern Health (14%): Customers appreciated the healthy and lush Java Ferns, with some even considering them the best they've purchased.
- Plant Beauty (46%): Many customers raved about the great quality and beauty of the plants, with some even considering them the best.
- Leaf Health (7%): Customers loved the healthy and vibrant leaves of the plants, with no yellowing or brown spots.
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Review highlights
- "The plant came in looking healthy, and the plant was a great size." —
- "The ferns arrived in perfect conditions with very healthy and strong rhizome, leaves and roots." —
- "Great beautiful healthy plants fast shipping." —
Reviews
Love my purchase
"Size was great. The plant fills the space nicely. I ordered two more for our 80 gallon."
"Excellent Plants! Very large thick healthy bundles!"
"Shipping took a LOT longer than expected even tho i used 2 day shipping, it still arrived beautiful, full & healthy!"
10/10
"Absolutely pristine and healthy plant. It shipped fast, and the price was great!"
"Absolutely gorgeous!!"
Great plants.
"Bigger and better than I expected. Huge plants and all were green and healthy."
Very satisfied with my purchase,
"Very satisfied with my purchase, size and how easy it was to take out of the packing is a positive"
"A very large plant! Would recommend, and buy again!"
Absolutely awesome plants. Far exceeded
"Absolutely awesome plants. Far exceeded my expectations in every way. Thank you!!!!"
Large Java Fern Mat
"Both arrived in great shape, no brown leaves and very healthy."
Q&A
- Am I able to keep the fern on this mat in my tank and cover it a little with rocks
- Hello Izzy, Thank you for your question! We'd be happy to assist you with this. Yes, you would be able to keep the fern on the mat and to cover it with rocks. However, please be sure to not cover the rhizomes or the plant can begin to rot. If you have any other questions, please feel free to email our support team, support@buceplant.com, for further inquiries! Thank you, Team Buce Plant
- Can you cover the mat under your sand? I'm unsure how to attach this plant to the bottom of the tank and want to make sure I know how to do it before I purchase.
- Hi Elizabeth, Thank you for reaching out to us. The plant can be placed into the sand, as long as the rhizomes are not buried under the sand. This plant can also be tied onto hardscape such as rocks or wood. Feel free to reach out to us at support@buceplant.com for any questions or concerns. Best regards, Buceplant Team
- is important to allow the roots (Not Rhizome) of Java Ferns to touch or bury itself in soil?
- Hi there, Java Fern do not need soil to grow and can be attached to aquarium hardscape!