Java Fern on Nano Driftwood: Hardy Live Aquarium Plant for Low-Light Aquascapes, Small, Medium or Large

Java Fern on nano driftwood gives aquarium keepers a ready-attached plant that can be placed into an aquascape without first securing the rhizome. Its green leaves and textured growth bring a natural planted look to tanks while keeping setup straightforward.

This hardy Microsorum pteropus suits beginners as well as experienced aquascapers. It tolerates a wide range of aquarium conditions and grows with low lighting, making it a practical choice for a manageable planted-tank routine.

Key Features

• Arrives attached to a small piece of nano driftwood, so it is ready to place in the aquarium as part of the hardscape.
• Its hardy nature and easy care give newer hobbyists an approachable way to add a living plant to an aquarium.
• As an epiphytic aquarium plant, Java fern grows attached to hardscape such as driftwood and stones, allowing flexible placement without burying the rhizome.
• Low-light compatibility makes this plant suitable for aquariums where intense plant lighting is not part of the daily setup.
• Propagation involves separating the rhizome and reattaching it, giving keepers a straightforward way to expand the planting over time.
• Slow-to-moderate growth supports a steady aquascaping routine, while CO2 injection and regular dosing can encourage better growth.

Specifications

• Common name: Java Fern.
• Scientific name: Microsorum pteropus.
• Family: Polypodiaceae.
• Origin: Indonesia.
• Plant type: Epiphytic aquarium plant.
• Care level: Easy.
• Lighting requirement: Low.
• Growth rate: Slow to moderate.
• Propagation method: Separate the rhizome and reattach it.
• General plant size: 3–12+ inches.
• Small average size: 3–4 inches.
• Medium average size: 5–6 inches.
• Large average size: 7–8 inches.
• Available variants: Small, Medium, and Large.
• Dots on the undersides of the leaves are normal.

Choose the size that fits your layout, place the attached driftwood where the leaves have room to develop, and enjoy an easy-care Java fern that settles naturally into a planted aquarium.