Ceratopteris cornuta

Ceratopteris cornuta

Specifications:

• Plant Name: Ceratopteris cornuta
• Common Name: Hornwort Fern / African Water Fern
• Plant Type: Freshwater aquatic fern
• Origin: Africa
• Height: 20–40 cm
• Light Requirement: Low to medium
• CO₂: Not required, but beneficial
• Placement: Midground to background or floating
• Growth Rate: Fast

Overview:

Ceratopteris cornuta is a fast-growing and versatile aquarium fern, known for its finely divided, delicate leaves and light green colour. Its airy foliage adds softness and movement to planted aquariums.

This plant can be grown either rooted in substrate or floating at the surface, making it highly adaptable to different aquarium styles. When floating, it provides excellent shade and shelter for fish and fry.

Care and Growth:

Ceratopteris cornuta thrives in low to medium lighting and does not require CO₂ injection, making it ideal for low-tech aquariums. As a fast grower, it benefits from regular fertilisation to support healthy leaf development.

Growth is rapid under stable conditions. Older leaves can be trimmed as needed, and plantlets may form on mature leaves, allowing for easy propagation.

Key Features:

• Fine, fern-like foliage with soft texture
• Fast-growing and adaptable
• Can be grown rooted or floating
• Provides cover for fish and fry
• Excellent choice for low-tech aquariums

Plant only. Aquarium and accessories not included.