{"product_id":"java-fern-windelov-microsorum-pteropus-windelov-live-aquarium-plant","title":"Java Fern Windelov (Microsorum pteropus 'Windelov') – Live Aquarium Plant","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJava Fern Windelov\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eMicrosorum pteropus\u003c\/em\u003e 'Windeløv') is an easy-care freshwater aquarium plant prized for its distinctive finely branched, lacy leaf tips. This compact, slow-growing Java Fern adds natural texture to planted aquariums, shrimp tanks, and driftwood or rock aquascapes without requiring high-intensity lighting or injected CO₂.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlant Care Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eMicrosorum pteropus\u003c\/em\u003e 'Windeløv'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Windelov Java Fern, Crested Java Fern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy; beginner friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTypical height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 4–8 inches (10–20 cm), depending on growing conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 68–82°F (20–28°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 6.0–7.5; stability is important\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCO₂:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Midground or attached to driftwood, rock, and aquarium decor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rhizome division or plantlets on older leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo not bury the rhizome.\u003c\/strong\u003e Secure the plant to driftwood or rock with aquarium-safe thread or a small amount of aquarium-safe cyanoacrylate gel. Its roots will attach naturally over time. Burying the horizontal rhizome can cause it to rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide gentle water movement and stable aquarium conditions. Occasional liquid fertilizer may help when nutrients are limited. Remove damaged older leaves as needed; because growth is slow, allow time for the plant to fill in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Windelov Java Fern?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts textured, branching leaf tips give it a more decorative appearance than standard Java Fern. It's particularly useful for natural-style aquascapes where you want a hardy green plant attached to hardscape rather than planted in substrate. Suitable for many peaceful community and shrimp aquariums with compatible water conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIn-Store Pickup Only — Live Aquatic Plant\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLive aquarium plants are not shipped through our standard online checkout.\u003c\/strong\u003e Available for in-store purchase or local pickup at Tropical Treasures Wyo, 190 S. College Dr., Unit D, Cheyenne, Wyoming. Please contact us to confirm current availability. Plant size and appearance may vary from photos.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropical Treasures Wyo LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68208404332757,"sku":null,"price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/tropicaltreasureswyo.com\/products\/java-fern-windelov-microsorum-pteropus-windelov-live-aquarium-plant","provider":"Tropical Treasures Wyo LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}