Live Java Fern Aquarium Plant for Low-Light Freshwater Tanks, Bare Root and Mounted Formats

Java Fern is a hardy freshwater rhizome plant valued for textured green leaves, slow growth and broad tolerance of aquarium conditions. It works well in community tanks, shrimp setups and low-tech aquascapes.

Choose bare-root packs, individual size grades or plants already rooted on driftwood, lava rock or in a pot. Attach the rhizome above the substrate rather than burying it.

Key Features

• Low- to moderate-light plant suitable for many freshwater aquariums.
• Carbon-dioxide injection is not required according to the source care guide.
• Rhizome can be attached to rock, wood or aquarium-safe décor.
• Slow growth makes routine placement and maintenance manageable.
• Multiple bare-root and hardscape formats provide flexible aquascaping choices.

Specifications

• Scientific name: Microsorum pteropus
• Temperature range: 68–82°F (20–28°C)
• pH range: 6.0–7.5
• Lighting: low to moderate; growth rate: slow
• Placement: midground or background; do not bury the rhizome

Live plants naturally vary in size and shape, and some leaf change can occur after shipping. Acclimate carefully and follow appropriate aquarium biosecurity practices.