• Microsorum windelov on Wood - Small - Aqua Essentials
  • Microsorum windelov on Wood - Small - Aqua Essentials
  • Microsorum windelov on Wood - Small - Aqua Essentials
  • Microsorum windelov on Wood - Small - Aqua Essentials
  • Microsorum windelov on Wood - Small - Aqua Essentials
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Microsorum windelov on Wood - Small

Small lace Java fern on natural wood — perfect for nano and shrimp tanks

£24.99
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    Quick Facts

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    Origin: Cultivated

    Position in Aquarium: Foreground

    Grows up to (cm): 20 cm

    Growth rate: Slow

    Dimensions (cm): 20cm long
    Description

    Microsorum pteropus Windelov, commonly called Lace Java fern, is a refined variety of Java fern with finely divided, ruffled leaf tips that give each frond a delicate, intricate texture quite unlike the standard broad-leaf form. This small version is pre-attached to a natural piece of wood, making it ideally sized for smaller aquariums, nano set-ups, and shrimp tanks where its textural detail is appreciated up close.

    Care is identical to standard Java fern — low to medium light, no CO2, highly tolerant of a wide range of water conditions. Growth is slow to moderate but the plant is long-lived. Windelov's ruffled leaf tips are particularly beautiful in small tanks where individual fronds can be examined closely.

    The rhizome is pre-attached to the wood so no further attachment is needed — simply rinse and place in the aquarium. Never bury the rhizome. The small size is suited to aquariums of 20 litres and above and is especially popular in shrimp tanks and nano aquascapes where its compact scale and fine texture work well.
    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.
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    Microsorum windelov on Wood - Small - Aqua Essentials
    Microsorum windelov on Wood - Small - Aqua Essentials
    Microsorum windelov on Wood - Small - Aqua Essentials
    Microsorum windelov on Wood - Small - Aqua Essentials

    Product FAQs

    Helpful details before you buy.

    What makes Windelov different from standard Java fern?

    Windelov has finely divided, ruffled leaf tips that give each frond a lace-like texture. It is more ornamental than the standard form with exactly the same care requirements.

    Does it need CO2?

    No — it grows in low to medium light without CO2, making it ideal for low-tech nano tanks.

    Do I need to attach it when it arrives?

    No — the rhizome is pre-attached to the wood. Just rinse and place.

    What tank size does the small version suit?

    It is sized for aquariums of 20 litres and above, well suited to nano aquariums and shrimp tanks where its detail is appreciated up close.

    Is it safe for shrimp?

    Yes, fully. Shrimp graze on the leaf surfaces and the wood provides shelter and additional biofilm.