Microsorum pteropus ‘Flame,’ also known as Java Fern Flaming, gets its name from the fact that it resembles a burning fire. Java Fern Flaming has narrow, compact leaves that are soft, ruffled, and wavy.
There are lots of different varieties of Microsorum species including but not limited to hardy leaf, soft leaf, narrow leaf, broadleaf, petite leaf, longleaf, wavy leaf, trident leaf, etc. Like any other Microsorum species, Java Fern Flaming can be attached to driftwood, stone, rock, and other aquarium decorations.
- Loose rhizome | approx. 8+ leaf, loose, bare-root, small portion
- Potted plants | approx 10+ leaf, potted plants with rockwool and net pot
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Scientific Name |
Microsorum pteropus ‘Flame’ |
Synonyms |
Leptochilus pteropus ‘Flame’ |
Common Name |
Java Fern Flame |
Placement |
Attachable to Driftwood, Stone, or Decor |
CO2 |
Not required |
Growth Rates |
Slow |
Difficulty Level |
Easy |
Nutrient Substrate |
Not required |
Can it grow emerged? |
Yes |
Lighting Requirements |
Low – High |