Trident Fern
Microsorum pteropus 'Trident'
Easy
Low Light
CO2: Not Required
Growth Rate
Slow
Size
Medium
Position
Midground
Type
Aquatic Fern
Water Parameters & Requirements
Temperature
22.0-28.0°C
72-82°F
pH
6.0-7.5
Hardness (GH)
3.0-12.0 dGH
Light
Low Light
CO2
Not Required
Care Requirements
Substrate
Not Needed
Fertilization
Not Needed
Pruning
Not Needed
About
Variant with leaves divided into 3–5 lobes like a trident. Fine, textured appearance.
Care Notes
Easy like the standard fern. Divided leaves create an interesting texture. Great for a mid‑ground layout.
Propagation
Rhizome division; adventitious plantlets on leaves
Quick Summary
| Scientific Name | Microsorum pteropus 'Trident' |
|---|---|
| Family | Polypodiaceae |
| Type | Aquatic Fern |
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Light | Low Light |
| CO2 | Not Required |
| Growth | Slow |
| Position | Midground |
| Size | Medium |
| Hardness | 3.0-12.0 dGH |
| Substrate | Not Needed |
| Fertilization | Not Needed |
| Pruning | Not Needed |
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