Live Aquarium Plant, Java Fern Narrow Mini, Nano Tank Format for Freshwater Tanks, Shrimp Habitats and Aquascaping, 3 Size Options image 1

Live Aquarium Plant, Java Fern Narrow Mini, Nano Tank Format for Freshwater Tanks, Shrimp Habitats and Aquascaping, 3 Size Options

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$27.36
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Live Aquarium Plant, Java Fern Narrow Mini, Nano Tank Format for Freshwater Tanks, Shrimp Habitats and Aquascaping, 3 Size Options image 1

Live Aquarium Plant, Java Fern Narrow Mini, Nano Tank Format for Freshwater Tanks, Shrimp Habitats and Aquascaping, 3 Size Options

$27.36
Sale price  $27.36 Regular price 
Size

Java Fern Narrow Mini delivers all the refined beauty of narrow-leaf epiphytes in a compact, dwarf stature, serving as the smaller, scaled-down version of popular Java Fern Narrow . Sitting aesthetically between traditional Java Fern and the ultra-thin fronds of Needle Leaf variants, its slender leaves stay around half an inch wide while maintaining a manageable height of just 3 to 5 inches.

Consider its place in your everyday setup and how the listed design details work with the items around it. Check the configuration and any supplied use information before making it part of your routine. Compare the listed options before choosing the version for your space.

Key Features

  • Virtually bulletproof and delightfully unbothered by tough water conditions or nibbling fish, it anchors effortlessly onto driftwood and stones to create detailed, lush scale in smaller aquascapes.
  • It is hands-down one of the best aquarium plants for beginners seeking a compact, low-maintenance hardscape accent.
  • Tough, fibrous foliage easily withstands curious nipping from herbivorous fish like cichlids, goldfish, and large snails.
  • Compact height and sleek half-inch-wide fronds provide a smaller alternative to standard Java Fern Narrow, offering a sense of scale for nano aquariums and detailed midgrounds.
  • Exceptional hardiness lets it thrive in non-CO2 tanks and low-light environments.
  • Prep the plant by removing it from the pot and clearing all rockwool from the roots .

Specifications

Brand CPA
Product Type Aquatic Plant
Size Pot, 3 Pot Package, 5 Pot Package
Attribute Specification
Scientific Name Microsorum pteropus 'Narrow Mini' (syn. Leptochilus pteropus )
Common Name(s) Java Fern Narrow Mini, Mini Narrow Leaf Java Fern
Family Polypodiaceae
Plant Type Epiphyte (Rhizome Fern)
Care Difficulty Beginner / Easy (Low-Tech Compatible)
Light Requirement Low to Medium
CO2 Requirement Not Required (Beneficial)
Placement / Usage Nano Foreground, Midground, Hardscape Accent
Height / Size 3"–5" (7.5–13 cm)
Growth Rate Slow to Moderate
Water Parameters pH 6.0–7.5 | Temperature 68°F–82°F (20°C–28°C)
Propagation Method Rhizome Division & Adventitious Plantlets
Origin Indonesia / Cultivated Hybrid Variety

Use & Care

Avoid making drastic changes to your water parameters or lighting because unstable conditions are the primary cause of leaf melt in new specimens.

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