Windelovs Fern -Microsorum pteropus Windelov
Species: Microsorium Pteropus
Geo. Location: Southeast Asia (China)
PH: 5.5 – 8.0
Temperature: 68 – 86F
Water Hardness: 2 – 15dh
Size: 8.0″
Loc. In Tank: Middleground
Lighting Requirements: low to high
Difficulty: 1
This species can be considered a ‘trophy’ for any aquatic plant collector. It bears the name of the founder of Tropica Aquarium Plants, one of the most respected aquarium plant suppliers in the world. This species is even patented, meaning that, legally, Tropica has exclusive rights over its propagation and distribution. The plant is a modified Java Fern, presenting triple-split edges on each leaf, which gives it a beautiful and dense bushy aspect as it grows. It also seems to be a bit smaller than the original species, being usable as a decorative piece from mid to front of an aquarium. These changes did not change the species hardiness in any way, it´s just as undemanding and easy to maintain as the original Java Fern, including the advantage of not being bothered by herbivorous fish. It should also be placed on rocks and driftwood, with its roots loose in the water.
