{"product_id":"java-fern-big-mat-microsorum-pteropus","title":"Java Fern (Big Mat) – Microsorum pteropus","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"61\" data-end=\"323\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eMicrosorum pteropus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e in a \u003cstrong data-start=\"104\" data-end=\"120\"\u003ebig mat form\u003c\/strong\u003e is a dense, pre-attached aquascaping layout where many Java fern plants are grown together and fixed onto a mesh, stone, or driftwood base, creating an instant green carpet-like structure for aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"325\" data-end=\"580\"\u003eThis plant features long, flowing, leathery green leaves that grow from a central rhizome. In mat form, multiple rhizomes are arranged closely, giving a full, bushy appearance that quickly fills hardscape areas without waiting for individual plant growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"582\" data-end=\"619\"\u003eThe big mat is usually used to cover:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"620\" data-end=\"729\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qronoe\" data-start=\"620\" data-end=\"655\"\u003eBackground driftwood structures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ci5ub8\" data-start=\"656\" data-end=\"693\"\u003eRock walls or aquascape backdrops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ufioup\" data-start=\"694\" data-end=\"729\"\u003eMidground dense jungle sections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"731\" data-end=\"986\"\u003eJava fern is extremely hardy and thrives in a wide range of aquarium conditions. It does not need to be planted in substrate; instead, it must be attached to surfaces so the rhizome stays exposed. Over time, it naturally anchors itself and spreads slowly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"988\" data-end=\"1010\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"988\" data-end=\"1010\"\u003eCare requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1011\" data-end=\"1173\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zi2rl\" data-start=\"1011\" data-end=\"1058\"\u003eLight: Low to medium (prefers shaded areas)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"vu635s\" data-start=\"1059\" data-end=\"1080\"\u003eCO₂: Not required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1bnd049\" data-start=\"1081\" data-end=\"1108\"\u003eGrowth: Slow but steady\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1rvlmar\" data-start=\"1109\" data-end=\"1134\"\u003eMaintenance: Very low\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"p0q6ot\" data-start=\"1135\" data-end=\"1173\"\u003eHardiness: Excellent for beginners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1175\" data-end=\"1342\"\u003eThe “big mat” version is especially useful for aquascapers because it gives an instant mature, natural jungle look, making hardscape setups look complete from day one.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aquarium","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43204071915625,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"SAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/6708\/4649\/files\/47b8cf05-3039-4baa-81b4-bdec0a5f8296.jpg?v=1778176893","url":"https:\/\/aquarium.sa\/en\/products\/java-fern-big-mat-microsorum-pteropus","provider":"Aquarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}