Ceratopteris Siliquosa / Indian Fern Lace

Common Name: Water Sprite

Indian Fern, sometimes referred to as Water Sprite, is a simple aquatic plant that is frequently seen floating in lakes and ponds all over the world. Because the Water Sprite's roots system is less robust than that of other aquatic plants, it depends on its leaves to take up nutrients from the water column. For those who raise shrimp and fish, this floating stem plant is a great addition. It expands quickly to take up more nutrients and trash from the water column while also giving fry or shrimplets places to hide.

Family Name:  Ceratophyllaceae

Origin: Cosmopolitan

Height: 6-15"

pH: 6.5-7.5

Care: Easy

Light: Low to Medium

Co2: Recommended

Propagation: Cut along the stem

Growth rate: Moderate to Fast