Description
Java Fern 'Broad Leaf' is a striking variant of the classic Microsorum pteropus, featuring broad, paddle-shaped leaves that create a bold, leafy presence in your aquarium. Its dramatic foliage provides excellent contrast against fine-leaved plants and adds a mature, jungle-like aesthetic. Like all Java Ferns, it’s low-maintenance and thrives when attached to wood or stone—no substrate needed.
Care and Planting Directions
Attach to hardscape using thread or aquarium glue. Do not bury the rhizome, as it can rot. Grows slowly but rewards patience with large, robust fronds.
Specs
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Name: Java Fern 'Broad Leaf' (Microsorum pteropus 'Broad Leaf')
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Common Names: Broad Leaf Java Fern
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Difficulty: Easy
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Light: Low to Medium
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CO₂: Not required
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Height: 10–16 inches
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Substrate: Not required
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Growth Rate: Slow
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Propagation: Rhizome division or plantlets
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Aquarium Placement: Midground / Background / Hardscape
