![]() ![]() This moss is more rare than most types of moss with beautiful foliage and thicker fronds. Taxiphyllum Alternans is commonly known as Taiwan Moss because it originates in Taiwan. It will need to be trimmed frequently with scissors for a more attractive look. It looks best when attached to driftwood or roots due to its drooping growth pattern. Its shoots are bright green and resemble teardrops, giving it the appearance of weeping, thus its name. Vesicularia Ferriei originates from China and grows up to one inch tall. It branches out very quickly from one single frond, spreading out as it grows like the fan of a peacock’s tail. It grows in a peacock shape at 77-86 degrees Fahrenheit, but in any higher temperatures it will lose its peacock-shaped fronds.īeing from genus Taxiphyllum, it has more of a soft velvety texture than that of the Christmas Moss. It has leaf cells that are narrowly oblong. Taxiphyllum, or Peacock Moss is very different from most moss. If you are looking to use moss such as this for a long-term aquatic décor, a good alternative would be Fissidens Fontanus. It is best for a dry set up and loves places like the desert. When grown in water, it has an appealing star-like structure, but only for a short time. Although it is not a true aquatic plant, it can survive beautifully for about three months when submerged in a tank and can survive for months without water. Star Moss has a slow, but easy, growth rate. It grows at 73-86 degrees Fahrenheit with a pH level of 6.0 to 7.5 in low lighting. The scientific name for Star Moss is Tortula Ruralis. Willow Moss is great for smaller tanks it needs slightly brighter lighting, but may brown if the water becomes too warm. It is originally from Asia, it has a slow growth rate with a height of 2-4 inches with medium light and carbon dioxide demand. It does well in lower temperatures and is very easy to grow and care for. It gets its name from its resemblance to a weeping willow tree. It has a slow growth rate and a height of 1-4 inches with low lighting and carbon dioxide demand.įlame Moss is a beautiful touch to your aquatic scene.įontinalis Antipyretica, commonly known as, is deep green in color and looks best as it grows larger and its vibrant light green tips begin to show. It looks best when you bind the moss to tree roots or driftwood in small bunches. It can be used as flooring as well, but it is not recommended because it will be easier to become an algae magnet this way and would be hard to keep clean.įlame Moss is originally from Asia and gets its name from the form of its growth, which is vertical with a light green glow giving the impression of a flame. It will slowly grow through the mesh, making a wall. (I will write a comprehensive post on creating moss wall soon.) This can be done by placing the moss between two pieces of mesh in a sandwich-like method and then pressing it against the tank wall. ![]() The most common use of the Christmas Moss is to create a wall. ![]() The difference between Christmas Moss and Java Moss can be easily identified by the fluffier leaves of the Christmas Moss. When it is grown unattached however, its form varies and looks more untamed like Java Moss. When it is grown attached to a piece of driftwood or tree root, it takes on a triangular form similar in appearance to a Christmas tree, hence its name. It is a slow growing plant, but good for beginners. Vesicularia Montagnei, commonly known as Christmas Moss, grows at 65-77 degrees Fahrenheit in low lighting and the PH level needs to be between 5.0 and 7.5. Java Moss grows best in medium light and it is hard to get rid of once you have gotten it started. Java Moss can survive growing fast and green in water conditions that would kill or brown most aquatic plants. You may fertilize it for faster growth, but it is not required because it pulls fish waste out of the water, resulting in cleaner water and self-fertilization. Newly born livebearers can be protected and hide from their hungry parents and other small critters that live in the moss. It is often used as an egg-laying site for many fish, including the killifish. It loves moving water and if you do not attach it to rocks or wood, it will attach itself to the tubing, a detrimental mistake. Originating from Southeast Asia, Java Moss is one of the most common aquarium mosses. What’s the difference between Christmas moss and Java Moss?.How many types of aquatic mosses are there?.Which moss is the best for an aquarium?. ![]()
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