Tropica Microsorum pteropus Trident
R270
2 in stock
| Quantity | Price | Discount |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | R257 | 5% |
| 3 | R250 | 7.5% |
| 6 + | R243 | 10% |
Tropica Microsorum pteropus Trident (Low Tech)
Tropica Microsorum pteropus ‘Trident’ is a striking aquarium fern known for its long, trident-shaped leaves that bring structure and texture to aquascapes. Its slow growth and hardy nature make it ideal for attaching to rocks, driftwood, or using as a midground or background accent.
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| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Type | Rhizome plant / Fern |
| Placement | Midground → Background |
| Growth rate | Slow → Medium |
| Height | 10–25 cm |
| Light demand | Low — can survive in shaded tanks; moderate light promotes trident-shaped leaves |
| CO₂ requirements | Low — optional CO₂ improves leaf growth and density |
In a few days, after placing your plants in the aquarium you will notice some of the leaves start to melt and fall away.
This means the transition process has started. Please note the plants might look DEAD, but they are fully alive, so do not panic. Also, after a few days you will notice new growth will appear and the plant will fully change its form into submersed growth. You need to continuously trim and put a fertilizer in for the plants to thrive in your aquarium. Two good fertilizers include Easy Life – Profito and Scape Complete or our premium APT Zero. All plants have specific needs but if you follow the general instructions on our labels the plant will transition well and will eventually succeed and prosper in your aquarium.
Will this plant grow in your tank? We have made a guide to aid in growing/understanding aquatic plants. Check it out >here<. View other plants that will grow in: ( Low Tech | Medium Tech | High Tech | All Plants ).
*This is a Potted Plant and NOT a Tissue Culture Plant. This plant was grown in a greenhouse and is NOT guaranteed to be snail, algae or pesticide-free. Potted plants are cheaper than Tissue Culture Plants as they are not grown in a sterile laboratory. They generally appear to be bigger than Tissue Culture plants. We recommend Tissue Culture Plant for 100% client satisfaction.
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McMerwe’s Comment: A premium Tropica Plant. This is a mutation of the original java fern. The Tropica Microsorum pteropus Trident is perfect to to fill a large spot in the midground or background. [Rating 5/5]
4 reviews for Tropica Microsorum pteropus Trident
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Verified owner Conrad Lourens (verified owner) –
Looks great in tank , very helpful sales person
Verified owner Darren Gardner (verified owner) –
The best Microsorum species for me, very healthy plants. Absolutely love it- definitely recommend!
Verified owner Martin (verified owner) –
Received a healthy looking plant and great assistance from the team at McMerwe regarding how to plant it… thanks!
Verified owner Christopher Mills (verified owner) –
Amongst all the plants I have, this plant really hasn’t done too well. Might be down to me but considering all the other plants are perfect, I’m not so sure. Not Mcmerwe’s fault, obviously, delivery was perfect.