VERY RARE MINI PHILIPPINES FERN

Mini Philippines Fern Portion Size : 1 plant with usually around 5 leaves

Mini Philippines Fern is a very rare fern that is rarer than the rarer Phillipines Fern.  Based on our 3+ years propagation and long term observations, it differs by having leaves which are much narrower (less than 50% width of Phillipines Fern) and sharper ends which generally curls down. The main similarity is the unique ribbed pattern on its leaves.

Philippines Fern is an uncommon, beautiful variant of Java Fern that originates from the tropical Philippines islands, located northeast of Borneo. The unique feature of this plant is the ribbed and hammered pattern on its leaves which is most visible on fully matured leaves. When the leaves are young and growing, this pattern is much less visible.

Many hobbyists might be wondering if this Mini Philippines Fern variety is the same as Philippines Fern. When we first got the original specimen, we did long-term observations for a over a year before offering them.


(Information written by Aquarzon based on actual growing experience, observations and research. Please do not copy any information or photos) 


Below is a photo of a mother clump which we grew. From these photos, you can see how the leaves of Mini Philippines Fern are more narrow than the usual Phillipines Fern. Also, you will notice that their leaves curves more down.





Below are close up photos which we took to show the ribbed and hammered pattern on their leaves:









Growth Speed   : Slow-Medium
Difficulty Level   : Easy
Temperature      : 10-30°C
PH Range          : 5.0-8.0
Min. Light Needs: Low
Origin                 : Philippines, Asia