Microsorum pteropus

Click here to return to our Aquatic Plant Encylopedia
Click here to buy aquatic plants


Microsorum pteropus is a highly variable species, and new varieties are easily bred. Microsorum pteropus 'Narrow' has narrower leaves, which grow at a less acute angle from the stem than the normal Microsorum pteropus. The plant attaches readily to roots and stones. A decorative plant, which is also suitable for smaller aquariums. See also Microsorum pteropus.

* Family - Polypodiaceae
* Continent - Asia
* Region – Asia
* Height - 10-20 cm
* Width - 10-20 cm
* Light requirements – very low-high
* Temperature - 18-30 °C
* Hardness tolerance - very soft-very hard
* pH tolerance - 5-8
* Growth – slow
* Demands – very easy