Microsorum pteropus windeløv 'Java Fern' - Tissue Culture Cup

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Microsorum pteropus 'Windeløv' 'Java Fern' - Tissue Culture Cup

Product Details

Contents: One tissue culture cup of Microsorum pteropus 'Windeløv'.

Dimensions: 8cm x 5cm.

General Description

  • Common Name(s): Windeløv Java Fern, Lace Java Fern
  • Scientific Name: Microsorum pteropus 'Windeløv'
  • Visual Description: Features unique, finely split leaf tips resembling a forked or lacy pattern, creating a distinctive aesthetic in aquariums.

Growing Conditions

  • Light Requirements: Low to medium
  • Water Requirements: Tolerant to a wide range of conditions; prefers clean, well-circulated water
  • Temperature Range: 20-30°C (68-86°F)
  • Humidity Preferences: Submerged growth; does not require atmospheric humidity

Planting & Care

  • Substrate Preferences: Does not need to be planted in substrate; attaches to rocks, driftwood, or other surfaces
  • Fertilization Needs: Benefits from water column fertilization but not strictly necessary
  • Propagation Methods: Propagate by dividing the rhizome or by attaching plantlets that form on older leaves
  • Pruning/Tidying Up: Prune as needed to shape or control size; remove any brown or damaged leaves

Placement

  • Aquarium Placement: Versatile; can be used in midground or background areas depending on tank size
  • Attachment: Securely attach to driftwood or rocks for best growth and appearance
  • Spacing Requirements: Allow space for the leaves to spread and for aesthetic arrangement

Compatibility

  • Aquarium Compatibility: Excellent for all types of freshwater aquariums, especially those with fish or invertebrates that prefer less intense lighting
  • Pest/Disease Resistance: Hardy and resistant to most pests and diseases common in aquariums

Special Requirements or Tips

  • Special Care Instructions: Ensure the rhizome is not buried in substrate to prevent rot
  • Seasonal Care: No specific seasonal care required in a stable aquarium environment

Ecological Impact

  • Invasiveness: Non-invasive when kept in contained aquarium settings
  • Benefit to Wildlife: Provides shelter and breeding sites for aquatic fauna

Microsorum pteropus windeløv 'Java Fern' - Tissue Culture Cup

$25.00 $35.00 28% Off