Narrow leaves provide a delicate, elegant appearance for aquascapes
Attaches easily to rocks or wood for versatile placement
Thrives in low light and a wide range of water parameters for easy maintenance
Does not require substrate or CO2, making it ideal for beginners
Propagates by forming plantlets on older leaves for effortless expansion
Summarized by Shop
Common Name: Java Fern Narrow Leaf, Microsorum Pteropus, Leptochilus pteropus
Java Fern Narrow is like a cross between the regular Java Fern and Java Fern Needle Leaf. The leaves are thinner than our regular Java Fern at about 1/2" wide but not as thin as the Needle Leaf variant. This plant can be placed directly into your aquarium or a
Plant Class
Polypodiopsida
Family
Polypodiaceae
Origin
Indonesia
Height
3-5 cm
pH Range
6-7.5
Growth Rate
Slow to moderate
Lighting
Low to medium, partial shade
CO2 Requirement
Not required
Hardiness Zone
Not specified
Summarized by Shop
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Good value
Plantlets seem healthy and I haven't noticed much melt yet. One quibble: what looks like one big plant is actually several tiny plants in a bundle, Which is a great value if you know what to do with it, but if you just need one large plant is mildly aggravating. I wish businesses would be more transparent about this.
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Margaret · August 27, 2026
Beautiful Healthy Java Fern
The Java Fern Narrow arrived in amazing condition! The leaves were long, vibrant green, and very healthy with no damage or melting during shipping. The roots and rhizome looked strong, and the plant adapted quickly after adding it to my tank. I really love the narrow leaf look because it gives the aquascape a more natural and elegant appearance. It instantly added movement and detail to my setup. The quality was honestly better than expected, and the packaging kept everything fresh and protected. Definitely a great plant for beginners or anyone wanting a beautiful low-maintenance fern. Very happy with this purchase and would absolutely order again!