Needle Leaf Java Fern
Needle Leaf Java Fern

Needle Leaf Java Fern

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The Narrow Leaf Java Fern is a popular variant of the traditional Java Fern, known for its slender, elongated leaves that create a graceful, flowing appearance in freshwater aquariums. Native to Southeast Asia, this plant is a favorite among aquascapers due to its unique texture and low-maintenance requirements.

Its narrow, bright green leaves typically grow vertically and can reach 6–12 inches in height, making it perfect for midground or background placement. Like other Java Ferns, it should not be planted in substrate; instead, it thrives when attached to driftwood, rocks, or other decorations using thread or glue.

The Narrow Leaf Java Fern is undemanding, requiring only low to moderate lighting and no CO₂ supplementation, although it can benefit from added nutrients. It grows slowly and is tolerant of a wide range of water parameters, making it ideal for beginners and experienced aquarists alike.

Key Features:

  • Scientific Name: Microsorum pteropus 'Narrow'

  • Lighting: Low to medium

  • Growth Rate: Slow

  • Leaf Shape: Long and narrow (thinner than standard Java Fern)

  • Placement: Midground to background

  • Care Level: Easy

  • Propagation: By rhizome division or adventitious plantlets on leaves

  • Ideal for: Natural aquascapes, low-tech planted tanks

With its elegant foliage and hardiness, the Narrow Leaf Java Fern adds texture, depth, and movement to aquariums, making it a beautiful and functional choice for any aquascape.

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