Christmas Moss

Christmas moss (Vesicularia montagnei) is a popular aquatic moss known for its beautiful, lush, and festive appearance—hence the name "Christmas" moss. 

Important:

The moss comes directly from our shrimp tanks; some pest snails might hitch a ride. We always strive to clean the moss as thoroughly as possible before you receive it.

General Appearance

• Growth pattern: It grows in a layered, horizontal fashion, resembling the shape of Christmas tree branches—flat and triangular.

• Color: Deep green when healthy; can turn dull or brownish if not well-maintained.

• Texture: Soft and feathery, with fine branching stems and leaves.

Aquarium Use

• Placement: Commonly used in aquascaping to create carpets, attach to driftwood, or wrap around rocks.

• Growth rate: Moderate; slower than some mosses like Java moss.

• Light needs: Low to medium. Brighter light can make it grow faster and more compact, but it can also invite algae.

• CO₂ and nutrients: Optional, but they help boost growth and color. 

Care Tips

• Water temperature: Thrives in cooler waters (20–26°C / 68–79°F).

• pH: Tolerant of a wide range, but prefers slightly acidic to neutral water (pH 5.5–7.5).

• Trimming: Needs regular trimming to maintain shape and prevent overgrowth.

• Attachment: Can be tied to surfaces with fishing line or glued with aquarium-safe gel.

Weight/portion:

Each unit is 250ml.