Microsorum pteropus Trident

Microsorum pteropus ‘Trident’

Specifications:

• Plant Name: Microsorum pteropus ‘Trident’
• Common Name: Trident Java Fern
• Plant Type: Freshwater aquatic rhizome plant
• Origin: Southeast Asia
• Height: 15–30 cm
• Light Requirement: Low to medium
• CO₂: Not required, but beneficial
• Placement: Midground to background (attached to hardscape)
• Growth Rate: Slow to moderate

Overview:

Microsorum pteropus ‘Trident’ is a distinctive and elegant Java Fern variety, recognised for its narrow leaves that branch into multiple forked tips, creating a trident-like appearance. This unique leaf shape adds fine texture and movement to planted aquariums.

Its refined structure makes it especially popular in nature-style aquascapes, where it provides contrast against broader-leaved plants and hardscape elements.

Care and Growth:

This plant thrives in low to medium lighting and does not require CO₂ injection, making it ideal for low-tech aquariums. The rhizome should be attached to rocks or driftwood rather than planted in substrate.

Growth is slow and low maintenance. Small plantlets may form on mature leaves and can be removed and attached elsewhere for propagation.

Key Features:

• Forked, trident-shaped leaf tips
• Fine, elegant foliage
• Hardy and beginner-friendly
• Thrives in low-light aquariums
• Ideal for attaching to hardscape

Plant only. Aquarium and accessories not included.