Leptochilus pteropus, commonly known as Java Fern, is a popular aquatic plant with attractive, dark green leaves, ideal for aquariums and paludariums.
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Sunlight
Prefers low to moderate indirect light.
Watering
Keep consistently moist or submerged.
Soil
Grows attached to substrate (wood, rock) or in nutrient-rich aquatic substrate. Does not require soil for root function.
Temperature
Ideal range is 20-28 °C.
Habitat
Aquatic, Indoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Light feeding is recommended.
Prefers low to moderate indirect light.
Avoid direct sunlight which can cause leaf burn.
Keep consistently moist or submerged.
Avoid letting it dry out completely.
Grows attached to substrate (wood, rock) or in nutrient-rich aquatic substrate. Does not require soil for root function.
Ideal range is 20-28 °C.
Avoid sudden temperature fluctuations.
Aquatic, Indoor, Greenhouse
Light feeding is recommended.
Use diluted liquid aquarium fertilizers or substrate tabs sparingly.
Plant Type
Fern, Aquatic
Plant Category
Foliage, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Groundcover, Pot
Plant Environment
Aquatic, Indoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.1-0.3 m
Spread
0.15-0.3 m
Growth Rate
Slow to Moderate
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Leaf Type
Simple, entire or pinnately lobed
Toxic for humans
No
Rating: 0/5
Toxic for pets
No
Rating: 0/5
Edible
No
