Anubias nana & Microsorum pteropus | Mounted plant combination on root

This harmoniously coordinated plant combination of Anubias barteri var. nana and Microsorum pteropus (Java fern) brings together two of the most popular and robust epiphyte plants for the aquarium. Both plants are already tied together on a natural root and are immediately ready for use.

The compact Anubias nana, with its leathery, dark green leaves, creates a calm foreground and midground accent, while Microsorum pteropus, with its elongated, slightly wavy leaves, provides height and structure. Together, they create a natural, balanced hardscape element that fits perfectly into aquascapes, community tanks, and shrimp aquariums.

Both plants are not planted in the substrate – the rhizomes remain free and grow slowly but extremely steadily. Ideal for shady areas and aquariums with low to medium lighting.

🌿 Plant Profile:

🔸 Species: Anubias barteri var. nana & Microsorum pteropus
🔸 Family: Araceae / Polypodiaceae
🔸 Origin: West Africa / Southeast Asia
🔸 Light requirements: low – medium
🔸 Temperature: 20–28 °C
🔸 Growth: slow
🔸 Placement: Foreground to midground / Hardscape
🔸 Growth height: approx. 10–30 cm (depending on root)
🔸 pH value: 5.5–8.0
🔸 Water hardness: soft – hard
🔸 CO₂ requirement: not necessary
🔸 Propagation: Rhizome division
🔸 Delivery form: tied together on root

💡 Tip:

This combination is ideal for low-tech aquariums, beginner tanks and shrimp aquariums. In shady areas, it remains particularly algae-free and permanently attractive.

👉 Conclusion:

Anubias nana & Microsorum pteropus on root is a low-maintenance, long-lasting and ready-to-use plant combination – perfect for natural aquariums, stable layouts and stress-free aquaristics.