• Java Fern Coconut Bridge - Mini - Aqua Essentials
  • Java Fern Coconut Bridge - Mini - Aqua Essentials
  • Java Fern Coconut Bridge - Mini - Aqua Essentials
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Java Fern Coconut Bridge - Mini

Java fern pre-grown on coconut — ideal for nano and shrimp tanks

£9.99
£9.99
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Description

This mini coconut bridge comes with Microsorum windelov — a delicate lace-leaf variety of Java fern — already established on it. It goes straight into your tank with zero preparation: no planting, no attaching, just rinse and place.

Java fern is one of the most forgiving plants in the hobby: low light, no CO2, tolerant of a wide range of water conditions. The coconut shell itself provides an instant hideout for shrimp, fry, and small bottom dwellers, while the lace-leaf fronds spread naturally over time, creating a miniature forest effect.

Ideal for nano, shrimp, and community tanks. Approx dimensions 5 x 12cm.
Quick Facts

Common name: Java Fern

Origin: Cultivated

Position in Aquarium: Midground

Grows up to (cm): 15 cm

Growth rate: Slow

Dimensions (cm): 5 x 12cm
Plant Sizes

The image of the plant you'll be receiving is just an example of what you can expect. Each plant is unique and may vary in size and shape, so it won't be an exact match to the photo. If we provide a size guide, keep in mind that it's just an estimate and that plants can vary in size depending on the time of year.
Shipping

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Java Fern Coconut Bridge - Mini - Aqua Essentials
Java Fern Coconut Bridge - Mini - Aqua Essentials

Customers praised the healthy, compact fern that "looks great" and provides excellent hiding spots for fish and shrimp. Fast delivery and careful packaging were frequently mentioned. However, some noted the bridge is smaller than expected, with concerns about size consistency and price point. One customer experienced fern shedding after a few weeks.

  • The ferns I got are doing really well - big and healthy and the rasboras love them!
  • Fantastic, well packaged, fast delivery, instant decoration, he loves it.
  • A very healthy compact plant, looks great in the front of my tank.
  • 5 stars: 14 (64%)
  • 4 stars: 5 (23%)
  • 3 stars: 2 (9%)
  • 2 stars: 1 (5%)
  • 1 star: 0 (0%)
C
Carol O. (Cardigan, GB)
Arrived quickly and in good condition

Arrived quickly and in good condition.Only thing was the bridge really was mini, having expected it to be a little bigger, but I know next time.

D
David

A bit expensive but good quality and fast delivery.

S
Samantha W. (Laurencekirk, GB)
Amazing looks great and lasts!

Woohoo my tank looks amazing

S
Sandra W. (Margate, GB)
Lovely plant

Very nice looking fern. Looks perfect in our smaller aquarium.

N
Neil P. (Plymouth, GB)

Purchased the Java Moss covered coconut bridge and initially was ery pleased with it. Been in the aquarium for a couple of weeks now and moss aplears to be spartan. The filter has lots of loose fern attached. Hopefully there won't be any further loss of fern

D
Dhuz G.
Review

Looks good and fish like it. Needs pruning a bit to maintain vitality appearance.

D
David G.
Review

Arrived very well packaged and very quickly. The ferns I got are doing really well - big and healthy and the rasboras love them!

J
JASON B.
Review

Great looking fern and forms good hidey hole for my shrimps to make little shrimps !

S
Sharon H.
Review

Although a lovely healthy plant the price is very high considering its size. I bought the bridge thinking that fish would be able to swim through. Even my skinny loach wouldn't be able to.

B
Billy D.
Review

Very nice and healthy thank you

R
Russell D.
Review

Loved this

D
David H.
Review

A very healthy compact plant, looks great in the front of my Albino Tiger Barb tank. Excellent service as is normal with your company.

E
Edward H.
Review

Excellent product. Arrived in perfect condition and very well packed. Highly recommended

K
Kim B.
Review

I bought this java fern for my nano 5 gal. It is growing well and takes centre place. Came well packed and the plant has good growth.

J
Joanne W.
Review

Arrived well pack and on time. Good condition . Coconut a little small. But does the job . Will buy again.

A
Andy G.
Review

Lovely plant, looks great at the front of my tank and is a great little hiding place.

L
Liam O.
Review

I know it\'s called a \"mini\" but it is smaller than dimensions it\'s supposed to be.. My coconut shell size is 4.5cm wide and 6.5cm long..! Not impressed. The Java fern on it is good,so I\'m happy with that.

J
Janet W.
Review

Great item, well packed, healthy and growing well

C
Customer
Review

my new fish love this new plant as sold to me by very helpful staff

M
Monica D.
Review

Thriving plant, ease to move around the tank. Fish love it.

H
Heather P.
Review

Nice little edition to front of aquarium

C
Customer
Review

Fantastic, well packaged, fast delivery two days from ordering and we are in the North East of Scotland, instant decoration in the Siemese fish tank, he loves it. Would recommend to everyone, and will use again and again.

L
Lucie

Would this be safe to put in a shrimp tank (nothing with copper used on it)? Thanks

Aqua Essentials

Yes - if concerned just run it under lukewarm water for a minute or so but the growers we use do not use pesticides

Caroline K.

Personally, I have never had a problem.
However, I assume we are talking about the
Pesticides used on some plant. What I do do before I put my plants in the aquarium
Is to give them a soak in warm water with a
Little tap water conditioner. Give it an hour or so and then gently rinse them in tap
Water. I keep blue jelly shrimp and Armano
Shrimp. No problem. Hope this helps. 😊

Caroline K.

Personally, I have never had a problem.
However, I assume we are talking about the
Pesticides used on some plant. What I do do before I put my plants in the aquarium
Is to give them a soak in warm water with a
Little tap water conditioner. Give it an hour or so and then gently rinse them in tap
Water. I keep blue jelly shrimp and Armano
Shrimp. No problem. Hope this helps. 😊

S
Sally C.

Hi - how high is the coconut bridge? Thinking of adding to tank with danios but dont want them to get stuck!

Aqua Essentials

The actual bridge is very low approx 0.5cm.

S
Steven G.

Does this need planting or can it sit on top of gravel? Thank you.

Aqua Essentials

Sits on top of gravel

Product FAQs

Helpful details before you buy.

Does the Java fern come attached or loose?

The plant is already established on the coconut bridge — just rinse and place it in your tank. No attaching needed.

Is this suitable for shrimp tanks?

Yes, it's one of the best choices for shrimp setups. The coconut shell provides shelter and shrimp love grazing on the biofilm that forms on the Java fern leaves.

Some leaves are falling off — is that normal?

It's common for a few older leaves to shed in the first week or two after a move. The rhizome should stay green and new growth will follow shortly after.

How big will it get?

The mini bridge is approximately 5x12cm. Java fern grows slowly and the lace fronds will spread naturally, reaching up to about 15cm in height.

What lighting does it need?

Low to medium light is ideal. A great choice if you don't have a specialist planted tank light.

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Java Fern Coconut Bridge - Mini

Java fern pre-grown on coconut — ideal for nano and shrimp tanks

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Easy care Low light CO2 not required Shrimp safe
£9.99
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About this planted decor

This mini coconut bridge comes with Microsorum windelov — a delicate lace-leaf variety of Java fern — already established on it. It goes straight into your tank with zero preparation: no planting, no attaching, just rinse and place.

Java fern is one of the most forgiving plants in the hobby: low light, no CO2, tolerant of a wide range of water conditions. The coconut shell itself provides an instant hideout for shrimp, fry, and small bottom dwellers, while the lace-leaf fronds spread naturally over time, creating a miniature forest effect.

Ideal for nano, shrimp, and community tanks. Approx dimensions 5 x 12cm.

Placing your plants on wood or decor

Position the planted piece securely in your aquarium. Keep any exposed rhizomes above the substrate. Natural wood and plants vary in shape; use the product description and dimensions above as your guide.

Delivery & live plant guarantee

Orders placed before 4pm Monday–Friday normally dispatch the same working day. Special-order items leave once all items are available.

Delivery options and charges · Returns and guarantees · Help with plants that arrived damaged

Customers praised the healthy, compact fern that "looks great" and provides excellent hiding spots for fish and shrimp. Fast delivery and careful packaging were frequently mentioned. However, some noted the bridge is smaller than expected, with concerns about size consistency and price point. One customer experienced fern shedding after a few weeks.

  • The ferns I got are doing really well - big and healthy and the rasboras love them!
  • Fantastic, well packaged, fast delivery, instant decoration, he loves it.
  • A very healthy compact plant, looks great in the front of my tank.
  • 5 stars: 14 (64%)
  • 4 stars: 5 (23%)
  • 3 stars: 2 (9%)
  • 2 stars: 1 (5%)
  • 1 star: 0 (0%)
C
Carol O. (Cardigan, GB)
Arrived quickly and in good condition

Arrived quickly and in good condition.Only thing was the bridge really was mini, having expected it to be a little bigger, but I know next time.

D
David

A bit expensive but good quality and fast delivery.

S
Samantha W. (Laurencekirk, GB)
Amazing looks great and lasts!

Woohoo my tank looks amazing

S
Sandra W. (Margate, GB)
Lovely plant

Very nice looking fern. Looks perfect in our smaller aquarium.

N
Neil P. (Plymouth, GB)

Purchased the Java Moss covered coconut bridge and initially was ery pleased with it. Been in the aquarium for a couple of weeks now and moss aplears to be spartan. The filter has lots of loose fern attached. Hopefully there won't be any further loss of fern

D
Dhuz G.
Review

Looks good and fish like it. Needs pruning a bit to maintain vitality appearance.

D
David G.
Review

Arrived very well packaged and very quickly. The ferns I got are doing really well - big and healthy and the rasboras love them!

J
JASON B.
Review

Great looking fern and forms good hidey hole for my shrimps to make little shrimps !

S
Sharon H.
Review

Although a lovely healthy plant the price is very high considering its size. I bought the bridge thinking that fish would be able to swim through. Even my skinny loach wouldn't be able to.

B
Billy D.
Review

Very nice and healthy thank you

R
Russell D.
Review

Loved this

D
David H.
Review

A very healthy compact plant, looks great in the front of my Albino Tiger Barb tank. Excellent service as is normal with your company.

E
Edward H.
Review

Excellent product. Arrived in perfect condition and very well packed. Highly recommended

K
Kim B.
Review

I bought this java fern for my nano 5 gal. It is growing well and takes centre place. Came well packed and the plant has good growth.

J
Joanne W.
Review

Arrived well pack and on time. Good condition . Coconut a little small. But does the job . Will buy again.

A
Andy G.
Review

Lovely plant, looks great at the front of my tank and is a great little hiding place.

L
Liam O.
Review

I know it\'s called a \"mini\" but it is smaller than dimensions it\'s supposed to be.. My coconut shell size is 4.5cm wide and 6.5cm long..! Not impressed. The Java fern on it is good,so I\'m happy with that.

J
Janet W.
Review

Great item, well packed, healthy and growing well

C
Customer
Review

my new fish love this new plant as sold to me by very helpful staff

M
Monica D.
Review

Thriving plant, ease to move around the tank. Fish love it.

H
Heather P.
Review

Nice little edition to front of aquarium

C
Customer
Review

Fantastic, well packaged, fast delivery two days from ordering and we are in the North East of Scotland, instant decoration in the Siemese fish tank, he loves it. Would recommend to everyone, and will use again and again.

L
Lucie

Would this be safe to put in a shrimp tank (nothing with copper used on it)? Thanks

Aqua Essentials

Yes - if concerned just run it under lukewarm water for a minute or so but the growers we use do not use pesticides

Caroline K.

Personally, I have never had a problem.
However, I assume we are talking about the
Pesticides used on some plant. What I do do before I put my plants in the aquarium
Is to give them a soak in warm water with a
Little tap water conditioner. Give it an hour or so and then gently rinse them in tap
Water. I keep blue jelly shrimp and Armano
Shrimp. No problem. Hope this helps. 😊

Caroline K.

Personally, I have never had a problem.
However, I assume we are talking about the
Pesticides used on some plant. What I do do before I put my plants in the aquarium
Is to give them a soak in warm water with a
Little tap water conditioner. Give it an hour or so and then gently rinse them in tap
Water. I keep blue jelly shrimp and Armano
Shrimp. No problem. Hope this helps. 😊

S
Sally C.

Hi - how high is the coconut bridge? Thinking of adding to tank with danios but dont want them to get stuck!

Aqua Essentials

The actual bridge is very low approx 0.5cm.

S
Steven G.

Does this need planting or can it sit on top of gravel? Thank you.

Aqua Essentials

Sits on top of gravel

Product FAQs

Does the Java fern come attached or loose?

The plant is already established on the coconut bridge — just rinse and place it in your tank. No attaching needed.

Is this suitable for shrimp tanks?

Yes, it's one of the best choices for shrimp setups. The coconut shell provides shelter and shrimp love grazing on the biofilm that forms on the Java fern leaves.

Some leaves are falling off — is that normal?

It's common for a few older leaves to shed in the first week or two after a move. The rhizome should stay green and new growth will follow shortly after.

How big will it get?

The mini bridge is approximately 5x12cm. Java fern grows slowly and the lace fronds will spread naturally, reaching up to about 15cm in height.

What lighting does it need?

Low to medium light is ideal. A great choice if you don't have a specialist planted tank light.