Aquarium plant

Microsorum pteropus 'Petit'

Foreground, MidgroundCreeping plant

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Plant overview

For foreground and midground planting, Microsorum pteropus 'Petit' grows as a creeping plant. Its profile combines low light, recommended CO₂.

Microsorum pteropus 'Petit' suits water with temperature 20–28 °C, pH 5–8, KH 0–14 °dKH, CO₂ 5–4 mg/L.

Planting & care

  • PlacementForeground, Midground
  • GrowthCreeping plant
  • LightLow
  • CO2Recommended
  • Height1–25 cm

Water conditions

Temperature
20–28 °C
pH
5–8
Carbonate hardness
0–14 °dKH
CO₂ (mg/L)
5–4 mg/L

Growth & placement

Growth rate
Slow
Width
1–2 cm
Propagation
Daughter-plant cuttings
Color
green

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Polypodiaceae
Genus
Microsorum

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FAQ

Where should Microsorum pteropus 'Petit' be planted?

Use it for foreground and midground planting.

What light does Microsorum pteropus 'Petit' need?

Light requirement: low.

What temperature suits Microsorum pteropus 'Petit'?

Temperature: 20–28 °C.

How tall does Microsorum pteropus 'Petit' grow?

Height: 1–25 cm.