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Dennerle Ceratopteris thalictroides - Fine-leaved horn fern

Ceratopteris thalictroides - Fine-leaved Sumatra fern

Ceratopteris thalictroides Fine-leaved horn fern - Sumatran fern max. growth height - 50 cm Country of origin North Australia, South America, Southeast Asia Suitability Discus aquarium, community aquarium Type Fern family Pteridaceae Genus Ceratopteris Propagation Adventive plants on the leaves Growth rate fast pH 5 - 9 Water hardness 10 - 30 °dh Easy to care for. Beginner plant The Sumatran fern has much finer leaves than Ceratopteris cornuta. This species is found in many tropical countries. Here it usually grows in muddy shallow water, but can also be found in rice fields. This graceful fern requires sufficient space in the aquarium as it grows very quickly. It is easy to care for and problem-free under medium light levels. A proven beginner's plant for every newcomer to the aquarium hobby.

From CHF 7.90

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Dennerle Ceratopteris cornuta - Coarse-leaved horn fern

Ceratopteris cornuta - Broad-leaved water sprite

Ceratopteris cornuta - Coarse-leaved horn fern max. growth height - 50 cm Country of origin Africa, Asia, North Australia Suitability Discus aquarium, community aquarium Type Fern Family Pteridaceae Genus Ceratopteris Propagation Adventive plants on the leaves Growth rate fast pH 6 - 8 Water hardness 10 - 30 °dh Notes Beginner's plant. Easy to care for An easy-to-care-for, delicate fern plant that is also often used in breeding aquariums. Labyrinth fish, for example, feel very much at home beneath the floating leaves on the water’s surface, where they can build their foam nests without any problems. The fern is quite easy to care for; stronger lighting and CO2 additions promote growth enormously and particularly robust fronds develop. Small seedlings can develop on the underside of the leaves above the water surface. These can be used for new planting in the substrate.

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Microsorum pteropus - Java fern

Microsorum pteropus (Java fern) max. growth height - 40 cm Country of origin Southeast Asia Suitability Discus aquarium, NanoCube Type family Scrophulariaceae Genus Microsorum Propagation Daughter plants from leaves and roots Growth rate medium pH 5 - 8 Water hardness 0 - 20 °dh Notes The Java fern is the most popular fern species in the aquarium hobby and is widespread in tropical Asia. The species is very variable with many leaf shapes and sizes. Its undemanding nature makes it the perfect plant for beginners. The plants grow best with their rhizomes tied up on stones and roots. Moderate to normal lighting is sufficient, although the plant also grows well in stronger light. Daughter plants are often formed on older leaves, which can be tied up again elsewhere with a thin fishing line.

From CHF 10.90

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Dennerle Microsorum pteropus on root - Java fern on root

Microsorum pteropus on driftwood - Java fern on driftwood

Microsorum pteropus on root (Java fern on root) max. growth height up to 40cm Country of origin Southeast Asia Suitability community aquarium, perch aquarium Type Perennial plant family Scrophulairiaceae Genus Microsorum Propagation Daughter plants from leaves and roots Growth rate slowly pH 5-8 Water hardness very soft to hard Notes

CHF 25.90

Everything about aquarium plants - ferns

Discover the fascinating variety of ferns for aquariums!

In the Zoo Roco aquarium shop you will find a large selection of high-quality aquarium ferns that are ideal for small, medium and large aquariums as well as for natural aquascaping designs. Aquarium ferns are among the most popular and robust plants in the aquarium hobby. They impress with their delicate, elegantly shaped leaves and their slow, even growth. Ferns are easy to care for, undemanding and thrive even in low light - ideal for aquarists who want natural, long-lasting plants. They usually grow on roots, stones or other decorative elements and do not require a substrate, which makes them particularly flexible in terms of design.

Popular ferns for the aquarium

The best-known species include Microsorum pteropus (Java fern), Microsorum pteropus 'Windelov', Microsorum minor, Bolbitis heudelotii (Congo water fern) and Leptochilus pteropus. These plants lend the aquarium a natural, tropical atmosphere with their fine leaves and create ideal retreats for fish and shrimps. Ferns are also an excellent choice for aquascapers who want to work with structure and depth.

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