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Narrow-Leaf Java Fern
Microsorium pteropus latifolia
Narrow-Leaf Java Fern
code No.
5810
This narrow leaved form of Java Fern is a very hardy and robust plant which will grow in most aquarium conditions. The plant can be grown on wood or in the substrate, but the main root (rhizome) should not be buried. Many plant eating fish will not touch this plant. Can be kept in slightly brackish water.

Plant Fact File
Origin: Southeast Asia

Max Height: 25cm

Growth Rate: Slow

Area: Background, Midground, Special

Light: Undemanding

Temp: 18-28C (64-82F)

Propagation: Adventitious plantlets, division

Difficulty: 1

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