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Needle Leaf Java fern

Leptochilus pteropus 'Needle Leaf'

Java fern with long, very narrow leaves. Adds a grassy, wispy look to wood.

Needs

Care levelEasy
LightLow
CO₂Not needed
GrowthSlow
HeightUp to 30 cm
Temperature20–28 °C
WhereTied to wood or rock
Feeds throughLeaves, from the water

How to keep it

  • Attach to wood or rock
  • Low light
  • Leave plantlets to grow
  • Burying the rhizome
  • Strong light

Don't bury it. Tie or glue it to wood or rock.