Aquarium plant

Microsorum pteropus "Taiwan"

Midground, BackgroundCreeping plant

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Plant overview

For midground and background planting, Microsorum pteropus "Taiwan" grows as a creeping plant. Its profile combines low light, recommended CO₂.

Microsorum pteropus "Taiwan" suits water with temperature 20–28 °C, pH 5–7.5, KH 0–14 °dKH, CO₂ 1–4 mg/L.

Planting & care

  • PlacementMidground, Background
  • GrowthCreeping plant
  • LightLow
  • CO2Recommended
  • Height2–45 cm

Water conditions

Temperature
20–28 °C
pH
5–7.5
Carbonate hardness
0–14 °dKH
CO₂ (mg/L)
1–4 mg/L

Growth & placement

Growth rate
Slow
Width
2–45 cm
Propagation
Daughter-plant cuttings

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Polypodiaceae
Genus
Microsorum

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FAQ

Where should Microsorum pteropus "Taiwan" be planted?

Use it for midground and background planting.

What light does Microsorum pteropus "Taiwan" need?

Light requirement: low.

What temperature suits Microsorum pteropus "Taiwan"?

Temperature: 20–28 °C.

How tall does Microsorum pteropus "Taiwan" grow?

Height: 2–45 cm.