Ultra-thin needle-like leaves: Creates a visually striking, space-filling effect in aquariums
Easy care requirements: Thrives in low light and a wide range of water parameters, reducing maintenance
Versatile placement: Can be attached to driftwood, rocks, or decorations for flexible aquascaping
Simple propagation: Easily reproduces by separating rhizomes for new plants
No CO2 required: Grows successfully without additional carbon supplementation
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Common Name: Java Fern Needle Leaf, Microsorum Pteropus Needle Leaf, Leptochilus pteropus
Java Fern Needle Leaf is a highly sought-after rarity in the aquarium hobby. This is because the needle leaf variant is unique with thin, slender leaves that grow no wider than half an inch wide. The leaves of this variety are the thinnest within the
Family
Polypodiaceae
Origin
Indonesia
Height
5-12 cm
pH Range
6-7.5
Light Requirement
Low
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Great stuff!
Beautiful, vibrant plants that settled in well. My shrimp are very happy.
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Nissanka · 4 days ago
Excellent plant
Excellent healthy plant. Well-packed and quickly shipped.
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Vivien · August 15, 2026
Nice plant
Cool plan! Only one bunch but looks very nice. Very expensive for one plant but a very nice plant.