alternative to java fern??

[oOMO3NOo]

i have heard that java fern does not do as well when the roots are under the substrate.....is this true? if not then ill just go with java fern.

i like the way java fern looks but if it cant be under the substrate i dont think its for my tank i would like a plant that is easy to care for and does good in low to mid light and stays around 8 inches not more then 12. and i would like it to be easy to care for because im new to planted tanks

also would a power head help the java fern if it was under the substrate??

thanks for the help

 

[msjinkzd]

The roots can be under the substrate, the rhizome needs to stay out of the substrate or it will rot.

 

[mgamer20o0]

its also sold on mats where you can just toss it into the tank and leave it.

 

[Ice001520]

Just make sure the rhimizone is above the substrate.