{"product_id":"microsorum-pteropus-philippine-on-mesh","title":"Microsorum pteropus 'Philippine' on Mesh","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMicrosorum pteropus\u003c\/em\u003e 'Philippine' is a distinctive Java fern cultivar prized for its compact form, firm green leaves, and strongly pronounced leaf veins. This specimen comes pre-attached to mesh, making it easy to place directly on the substrate or integrate into rockwork and driftwood. Its textured foliage creates an attractive midground accent and provides natural cover for shrimp and small fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slow to moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Midground or background\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCO₂:\u003c\/strong\u003e Optional; supplemental CO₂ can support fuller growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 68–82°F (20–28°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.5–8.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rhizome division or plantlets that develop on mature leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the mesh on top of the substrate or secure it against hardscape. Keep the plant's rhizome exposed and avoid burying it, as a buried rhizome may rot. This cultivar feeds primarily through the water column and benefits from regular liquid fertilization. Moderate water movement helps keep the leaves clean and healthy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeginner friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Its adaptable nature, modest lighting requirements, and lack of mandatory CO₂ make it an excellent choice for low-tech planted aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLive plants naturally vary in size, shape, and coloration. The plant received may differ slightly from the representative photo.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sreepadma","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55462875201827,"sku":"B13SP","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0860\/5125\/8659\/files\/microsorum-pteropus-philippine-on-mesh-B13SP.jpg?v=1786575570","url":"https:\/\/cherriesna.com\/products\/microsorum-pteropus-philippine-on-mesh","provider":"Cherries Nature Aquarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}