Lace Fern (Water Sprite)- 5cm Pot

Lace Fern (Ceratopteris siliquosa) – Versatile Floating or Rooted Aquarium Plant

Lace Fern, also known as Water Sprite, is a stunning and adaptable aquarium plant with finely divided, lace-like foliage that adds a soft, natural touch to any aquascape. Native to tropical bogs and swamps, this plant can grow either floating or rooted, and will even anchor itself into driftwood crevices when given the opportunity.

It’s ideal for low- to medium-tech tanks, but truly thrives when provided with strong lighting and supplemental CO₂.

Scientific Name: Ceratopteris siliquosa
Lighting Requirements: 6–8 hours/day (medium to high light)
CO₂ Requirements: Not required, but promotes faster growth
Care Level: Easy to moderate
Fertiliser Needs: Benefits from liquid fertiliser
Growth Type: Fast-growing fern
Placement: Floating, rooted, or wedged in crevices
Potential Uses: Shrimp tanks, fry grow-outs, nature-style aquascapes

Why Choose Lace Fern?

• Highly Versatile: Can be grown floating or planted

• Unique Texture: Fine, lace-like leaves add visual softness

• Fast Growing: Great for nutrient export and algae control

• Low Tech or High Tech: Adaptable to a wide range of setups

• Natural Cover: Excellent for shrimp, fry, and surface dwellers

Care Tips:

• Provide moderate to high lighting for best leaf shape and colour

• Floating plants may grow faster and bushier than rooted ones

• Trim regularly to prevent shading of other plants

• CO₂ and liquid fertiliser will enhance colour and growth rate

• Allow it to naturally root into driftwood or sponge filters for added structure