🌿 Microsorum pteropus ‘Philippine’ – Elegant Java Fern with Wavy, Upright Leaves

Microsorum pteropus ‘Philippine’, commonly referred to as Java Fern Philippine, is a well-known and attractive cultivar of the classic Java Fern, cherished for its long, slightly wavy leaves and upright growth habit. This variant offers a clean and structured appearance, ideal for those looking to add natural elegance and depth to the midground or background of a planted aquarium.

At Aquarium Plants Factory, we cultivate this variety emersed, ensuring a strong and healthy plant ready to transition into submerged conditions. Once established underwater, its lush green fronds sway gently with the current, creating a sense of movement and vitality within the aquascape.

Like all Java Ferns, Microsorum ‘Philippine’ is a rhizome-based plant that should be attached to hardscape such as driftwood, rocks, or decor. It’s a low-maintenance, slow-growing plant that requires no CO₂ and thrives in low to moderate lighting—perfect for both beginner and experienced aquarists.

🌟 Key Features:

• Upright Leaf Structure: Broad, long leaves with a subtle wave for visual softness

• Natural Elegance: Adds vertical movement and fullness to midground or background

• Hardscape Friendly: Rhizome plant—grows best when attached to wood or stone

• Easy Care: Low light tolerance and no CO₂ requirement make it perfect for low-tech setups

• Slow Growth: Minimal trimming and excellent long-term structure

🔎 Botanical Information:

• Scientific Name: Microsorum pteropus ‘Philippine’

• Synonyms: Leptochilus pteropus ‘Philippine’

• Common Names: Java Fern Philippine

• Plant Type: Rhizome plant

• Placement: Attach to driftwood, stone, or hardscape

• Growth Rate: Slow

• Lighting: Low to Medium

• Origin: Southeast Asia

💡 Optimal Growing Conditions:

• Lighting: Low to medium light preferred—stronger light may encourage faster growth

• CO₂ & Fertilization: Not required; occasional liquid fertilizer can enhance leaf vigor

• Water Parameters:

  • pH: 6.0–7.5

  • Temperature: 68–82°F (20–28°C)

  • Water Hardness: Soft to moderately hard

🌱 Growth & Propagation:

• CO₂ Requirement: Not required

• Nutrient Substrate: Not required

• Can Grow Emersed: Yes

• Propagation Method: Rhizome division

📦 What You’ll Receive:

Sold as loose bare-root plants, bunched plants, or potted plants:

• Bare-root Plants: Approximately 6+ leaf portion, loose rhizome

• Bunched Plants: Approximately 6+ leaf portion bundled with foam and plant weight

• Potted Plants: Approximately 6+ leaf portion, potted in rockwool and net pot

⚠️ Disclaimer:

Photos are sample representations. Actual plants may vary in size, shape, or coloration. Unless otherwise specified, we do not guarantee plants are free of pests, pesticides, or exclusively submerged-grown.

🚫 State Restrictions Notice ♻️ Be a Responsible Aquatic Plants Owner

Never release Java Fern Philippine—or any aquarium plant—into natural waterways. Always dispose of trimmings and unwanted portions responsibly to protect local ecosystems.