BUY2GET1FREE Java Fern Microsorum pteropus Easy Live Aquarium Plants

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Water temperature: 68°F to 82°F (mid 70s is ideal)
pH levels: 6.0 to 7.5
Water hardness: 2 to 15 dKH

Size & Growth Rate
A mature Java fern can grow to heights of around 13 inches tall. The plant can spread between six and eight inches wide, creating plenty of coverage within your tank.

One of the best things about the Java fern plant is that it has a slow growth rate. Unlike other plants, it takes its sweet time to reach its full potential. As a result, there’s no need for continual pruning or rearranging.

Once the plant establishes itself, it will produce slow and steady growth for years to come.

Java Fern Care
Java fern care is an extremely easy process that any aquarist can handle. It’s low-maintenance and easily adapts to many different environments.

That said, the plant does have its preferences when it comes to tank conditions. Failing to meet its basic needs will prevent the plant from thriving. Luckily, Java fern is beginner-friendly, making it an excellent choice for aquarists of all skill levels.

Here are some essential guidelines to follow when it comes to Java fern care.

Tank Size
To successfully grow Java fern, most aquarium experts recommend tanks of at least 10 gallons in volume. Anything less than that could end up stunting its growth.

Lighting
Java fern grows in most lighting conditions. However, it does best with low to moderate light levels.

Anything too intense can cause severe health problems. Burn spots can develop on the leaves, resulting in an increased risk for infection. Some leaves may even lose color and turn transparent.

Lighting conditions significantly impact growth and appearance, so finding the right balance is a must. Excess light could result in physical damage and stunted growth. But, the same can occur with not enough light!

Java Fern Melt
Like any other living thing in your tank, Java fern plants are susceptible to disease. These plants might be hardy, but they’re not indestructible.

One widespread issue to plague this plant species is called Java fern melt. This condition refers to a unique phenomenon when dark spots develop on the leaves. The brown spots eventually turn mushy and rot away. The problem areas can become more prevalent as the plant suffers, leading to quick aesthetic destruction and death. If you plan on practicing top-notch Java fern care, melt is something you need to take seriously.

So what causes Java fern melt?

Generally, the condition is a byproduct of stress. It’s an unsavory reaction to poor living conditions.

Many factors can contribute to melt. The most common is improper lighting conditions. The symptoms of too much light are benign in the beginning. However, the discoloration, loss of color, and overall sickly look are just the beginning.

If you don’t address the light issues, Java fern melt can take over. Luckily, the problem is easy to resolve. Turning off the lights for several days will give the plant plenty of time to recover.

Java fern melt also happens because of poor nutrition and too much algae in the aquarium.

These plants don’t require regular fertilizer treatments in a healthy tank. However, lackluster water parameters can result in nutrient deficiencies. In those cases, the plant could benefit from a boost of fertilizer to kickstart its growth.