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Windelov Java fern
Leptochilus pteropus 'Windelov'
Java fern with lacy, finely branched leaf tips. Looks delicate but is very hardy.
Needs
Care levelModerate
LightLow
CO₂Not needed
GrowthSlow
HeightUp to 25 cm
Temperature20–28 °C
WhereTied to wood or rock
Feeds throughLeaves, from the water
How to keep it
- Tie to hardscape
- Low to medium light
- Do not cut tips: that is the look
- Burying the rhizome
- Too much light
Don't bury it. Tie or glue it to wood or rock.