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do i prun the hairy like root of my java fern or is that a no no..

 

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I wouldn't because this is where it gets all it's nutrients. I guess if you really need to like it's getting out of control you can. But I don't know if I would actively prune it.

 

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hmmmm ok i have some on a bogwood and the roots are about 2'' or so i just wasn't digging the look of them floating out there in the water like that.... but if thats the case i will just leave them alone

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bradlgt21 said:

I wouldn't because this is where it gets all it's nutrients. I guess if you really need to like it's getting out of control you can. But I don't know if I would actively prune it.

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This is incorrect. The hairy root-like structure of the java fern is a hold-fast, not a true root. As such it delivers no nutrients to the plant.

Prune away...

Mark

 

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Ahhhh .there you go great .. Thanks..