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Vesicularia montagnei Christmas - Aqua Essentials
Vesicularia montagnei Christmas - Aqua Essentials
Vesicularia montagnei Christmas - Aqua Essentials

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Vesicularia montagnei Christmas

Model:003A POR

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Quick Facts

Rating: Easy

Growth rate: Slow

Common name: Christmas tree moss

Position in Aquarium: Attach to wood/rock

Grows up to (cm): 3 cm

Portion Size: 5x9cm

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Vesicularia montagnei, commonly known as Christmas moss, is a popular aquatic plant in the aquarium hobby. It is a small, slow-growing plant that is native to Southeast Asia and is commonly found growing on rocks, logs, and other hard surfaces in freshwater streams and rivers.

The plant has a distinctive appearance, with small, branched fronds that resemble miniature Christmas trees. It grows slowly and is relatively easy to care for, making it a popular choice for beginner and experienced aquarists alike. The plant is known to grow well in a wide range of water parameters, although it thrives in soft, slightly acidic water with good water flow.

In aquariums, Christmas moss is often used to create natural-looking aquascapes and to provide shelter and hiding places for fish and invertebrates. The plant can be attached to rocks, driftwood, or other surfaces using fishing line or aquarium glue. Over time, it will attach itself securely and begin to grow, forming a dense mat that can be shaped and trimmed as needed.

To ensure healthy growth, Christmas moss requires moderate to high lighting and regular fertilization. It can be propagated by dividing the plant into smaller sections and attaching them to new surfaces. While it is generally a hardy plant, it may be susceptible to algae growth or other issues if water quality or lighting conditions are not optimal.

Overall, Vesicularia montagnei Christmas moss is a beautiful and versatile aquatic plant that can add a natural and attractive element to any aquarium. With proper care and attention, it can thrive and provide benefits for both the plants and animals in the tank.

Note: Christmas moss consists of small moss branches (ranging from 5-15mm long) so is trickier to tie onto wood or rock. Use lots of Aqua Fine Line (sold separately) to anchor it down.

Vesicularia montagnei Christmas - Aqua Essentials
Vesicularia montagnei Christmas - Aqua Essentials
Vesicularia montagnei Christmas - Aqua Essentials

Information about growing mosses:

1. Slow growing

Mosses are well known for being relaltively easy to grow. Due to the fact they are slow growing, it means demands are low. This means less light, less fertilisers and less care.

2. Not too much light please

Because all mosses are slow growing, you can't force them to grow quicker. So brighter light and loads of CO2 won't turbo charge them - actually you'll just end up stressing them out. Whilst some will always grow faster than others, mosses take time to get to the stage you want them to be. Patience.

3. Trimming is beneficial

Like all plants, mosses need trimming with a shaprt pair of scissors so don't hold back. Avoid them getting leggy, trim them to keep their shape and they will reward you with better growth which is a deeper green and dense.

Customer Reviews

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John Burns
Good Quality Plant

Good quality plant, very healthy .

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Jack

Small amount but goes a long way

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Ellen M.
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I tied it to some rocks with fishing line and it’s growing well.

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Ellen M.
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I tied it to some rocks with fishing line and it’s growing well.

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Matt R.
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The moss was in great condition, portions were maybe a bit smaller than I had anticipated, so I should of purchased 3 instead of two, but there was enough to place where I wanted it.

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Matt R.
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The moss was in great condition, portions were maybe a bit smaller than I had anticipated, so I should of purchased 3 instead of two, but there was enough to place where I wanted it.

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Robert S.
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Beautiful plant, good quality !!! Fully recommend!

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Robert S.
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Beautiful plant, good quality !!! Fully recommend!

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Jerry H.
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Didn't receive the correct type of moss so can't really review this item fairly.

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Jerry H.
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Didn't receive the correct type of moss so can't really review this item fairly.

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