Java Fern

A low-maintenance, hardy plant with long, elegant green leaves that thrive in low to moderate light conditions and an array of water parameters- including black-ish. Perfect for attaching to rocks or driftwood, this versatile plant does not need to be planted directly in the substrate in order to thrive. Java fern adds natural beauty, reproduces easily, and provides shelter for fish, making it an excellent choice for any freshwater aquarium.

• Common Name: Java Fern
• Family Name: Polypodiaceae
• Native To: Asia
• Lighting: Low
• pH: 5 - 8
• Growth Demands: Easy
• Growth Form: Rosette
• Growth Rate: Slow
• True Aquatic: Yes
• Placement in Tank: Mid-ground
• Available As: Bare Root

Why You’ll Love It

Beginner-friendly: One of the easiest aquarium plants to grow, even in lower-tech setups.

 Highly adaptable: Tolerates a wide range of water parameters and lighting conditions.

 No substrate required: Simply attach it to rocks, driftwood, or other hardscape and let it grow.

 Fish-friendly: Its dense leaves provide natural cover and resting places for fish and shrimp.

 Easy to propagate: Mature plants can produce new plantlets, making it easy to grow your collection.

 Slow-growing & low-maintenance: Requires less trimming and attention than many faster-growing aquarium plants.