Water Sprite

Fine, lace-like leaves Can be grown floating or planted in ground Easy plant that grows quickly Water sprite is an easy-to-grow, aquatic fern with dense foliage that provides excellent shelter for small fish and fry. It can be grown traditionally planted into substrate or used as a floating plant. Water sprite grows fairly quickly when given plenty of nutrients under low to medium lighting. It is often confused with water wisteria because of their complex leaf texture and bright green color. However, water sprite has a more thin, lace-like leaf structure, whereas the leaves of water wisteria are a little more broad and sturdy.  Scientific Name: Ceratopteris thalictroides (or Ceratopteris siliquosa) Native To: Asia, Australia, Americas Skill Level: Easy Placement: Background or floating Recommended Light: Low to Medium Light 10-35 PAR (click to see our PAR chart) CO2 Requirement: Low to none Preferred Fertilizer: Easy Green liquid fertilizer and Easy Root Tabs if planted