African water fern
Ceratopteris thalictroides
Easy
Medium Light
CO2: Optional
Growth Rate
Fast
Size
Large
Type
Aquatic Fern
Water Parameters & Requirements
Temperature
22.0-28.0°C
72-82°F
pH
6.2-7.6
Hardness (GH)
3.0-12.0 dGH
Light
Medium Light
CO2
Optional
Care Requirements
Substrate
Optional
Fertilization
Optional
Pruning
Required
Recommended Products
Seachem Flourish
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About
Light fronds; can be used as a temporary floating plant.
Care Notes
High biomass production; regular pruning.
Propagation
Leaf buds; division
Quick Summary
| Scientific Name | Ceratopteris thalictroides |
|---|---|
| Family | Pteridaceae |
| Type | Aquatic Fern |
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Light | Medium Light |
| CO2 | Optional |
| Growth | Fast |
| Size | Large |
| Hardness | 3.0-12.0 dGH |
| Substrate | Optional |
| Fertilization | Optional |
| Pruning | Required |
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