Bring the beauty of a miniature underwater tree to your aquarium with the Microsorum Moss Tree. Standing approximately 8 inches (20 cm) tall, this ready-to-place living aquarium decoration features lush Java Fern attached to a moss-covered, tree-shaped structure, creating an eye-catching addition to planted aquariums, nano aquascapes, and shrimp tanks.
Available in two beautiful varieties — Regular Java Fern and Windeløv Java Fern — each tree features a natural-looking canopy of live aquarium plants supported by a moss-covered trunk and a weighted base.
Best of all, these aquarium trees arrive fully assembled and ready to sink immediately. There is no need to attach plants, tie moss, or wait for driftwood to become waterlogged. Simply place your Microsorum Moss Tree in the aquarium to add instant height, greenery, and natural character.
Both varieties feature the same ready-to-place, tree-shaped design with live aquarium moss and a weighted base. Choose your preferred Java Fern foliage to complement your aquascape.
| Variety | Appearance |
|---|---|
| Regular Java Fern Microsorum pteropus |
Classic, elongated green leaves create a lush, natural-looking canopy. An excellent choice for a traditional underwater tree appearance. |
| Windeløv Java Fern Microsorum pteropus 'Windeløv' |
Decorative leaves with finely branched, forked tips create an intricate, textured canopy with a distinctive miniature-forest appearance. |
Please select your preferred variety from the product options before adding to cart.
Each Microsorum Moss Tree features a tree-shaped structure covered with live aquarium moss, creating the appearance of a naturally overgrown underwater tree. The moss adds texture and provides additional surfaces for biofilm and microorganisms to develop in an established aquarium.
The weighted base allows the tree to sink immediately, making it a convenient alternative to loose driftwood or DIY plant arrangements that may require soaking, tying, or additional weights.
Simply position the tree in your desired location. It can be used as a standalone feature or incorporated into an existing aquascape with rocks, driftwood, carpeting plants, and other aquarium greenery.
At approximately 8 inches (20 cm) tall, the Microsorum Moss Tree is an excellent way to introduce vertical structure into a nano aquarium without constructing a complicated hardscape. Its raised canopy creates a natural focal point, while the moss-covered trunk adds texture and greenery throughout the structure.
Small fish can swim around and beneath the branches, while shrimp can explore the moss and fern leaves in search of naturally occurring biofilm and microorganisms. The foliage and moss also provide additional cover for aquarium inhabitants.
In larger aquariums, position the tree toward the background to add height, soften hardscape, or create the appearance of a miniature underwater forest.
Both Regular Java Fern and Windeløv Java Fern are well known for their adaptability and easy-care requirements. They grow attached to hardscape rather than needing to be planted in aquarium substrate, making them ideal for this pre-planted arrangement.
The Microsorum Moss Tree is suitable for low-tech planted aquariums and does not require injected CO₂ or high-intensity lighting. Low to moderate lighting and stable aquarium conditions are generally sufficient for healthy growth.
Occasional liquid aquarium plant fertilizer can help support the Java Fern and moss. As the plants develop, older fern leaves and excess moss can be trimmed to maintain your preferred tree shape.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Pre-Planted Aquarium Moss Tree |
| Approximate Height | 8 inches (20 cm) |
| Available Varieties | Regular Java Fern or Windeløv Java Fern |
| Main Plant | Microsorum pteropus |
| Additional Plant | Live Aquarium Moss |
| Base | Weighted, Sinking Base |
| Lighting | Low to Moderate |
| CO₂ Requirement | Not Required |
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Growth Rate | Slow to Moderate |
| Placement | Midground, Background, or Focal Point |
| Ideal For | Nano Aquariums, Planted Tanks, and Shrimp Aquariums |
| Preparation | Pre-Made, Weighted, and Ready to Place |
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