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Java
fern is an easy to grow plant that makes a
beautiful addition to an aquarium.
It can grow to around 8 inches tall and will do
well if planted in medium light. They propagate
through adventitious plants on roots and
leaves. They are great plants if planted
individually in small aquariums or as groups in
larger tanks. You will need to add additional
potassium on a regular basis to keep them in
peak condition.
Because Java Ferns will root
on almost any rough surface you will find them
very easy to grow on driftwood. Simply
attach them with a loose elastic band to the
driftwood and then after a couple of weeks when
they have taken root and anchored themselves
firmly you can cut the elastic band and be left
with a very natural looking centre piece for
your freshwater aquarium.
The young Java Ferns will
also anchor themselves to substrate, ornaments
and filter sponges if left to their own
devices.
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