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Spiky Moss

Spiky Moss

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Spiky Moss: A Bold and Bushy Aquarium Plant 🌿

Spiky Moss (Taxiphyllum sp.) is a striking aquatic moss known for its bold, spiky growth pattern that brings texture and depth to any aquarium. Its vibrant green color and bushy appearance make it a popular choice for aquascaping, whether used as a carpet, attached to driftwood, or decorating rocks. This hardy moss not only adds visual interest but also provides a natural habitat for shrimp, baby fish, and other small freshwater species.

Product Description 📝

  • Distinctive Appearance: Spiky, bushy branches enhance the natural beauty of your aquarium.
  • Low Maintenance: Thrives in low to medium light and requires no CO2 injection.
  • Natural Shelter: Creates hiding spots and shelter for shrimp, tetras, guppies, and other small aquatic creatures.
  • Versatile Usage: Suitable for creating carpets, attaching to driftwood, or decorating rocks.
  • Aquascaping Essential: Adds unique texture and visual appeal to freshwater setups.

Spiky Moss Quick Facts 📋

🌟 Specification 🌿 Details
Scientific Name Taxiphyllum sp.
Common Name Spiky Moss
Lighting 💡 Low to Medium
Temperature Range 🌡 20°C - 28°C
CO2 Requirement 💨 Not Required
Growth Rate 🌱 Medium
Placement 🪵 Carpets, Driftwood, Rocks
Difficulty Level ✅ Easy

Product Parameters

🌿 Water Parameters for Aquatic Moss

  • 🌡️ Temperature: Ideal range is 20-28°C (68-82°F) for most aquatic moss species.
  • 🧪 pH Level: Maintain a pH between 6.0 and 7.5 for healthy growth.
  • 💧 Water Hardness: Soft to moderately hard water is best, with KH 1-8 and GH 4-12.
  • 💡 Lighting: Low to moderate light levels are sufficient; too much light may cause algae growth.
  • 🌬️ CO2 Levels: Optional but beneficial; CO2 injection can enhance growth.
  • 🥬 Nutrient Levels: Requires minimal nutrients; moss absorbs nutrients from water and substrate.
  • 🌊 Filtration: Gentle water flow is ideal; strong currents can displace moss.
  • 🧼 Water Quality: Keep water clean and free from pollutants; perform regular water changes (20-30% weekly).
  • 🟢 Algae Control: Prevent algae overgrowth by balancing light, nutrients, and regular cleaning.

Direction

🌿 How to Acclimate New Aquatic Moss

📦 Unpack Carefully: Gently remove the moss from its packaging to avoid damage.

🧼 Rinse Thoroughly: Rinse the moss under dechlorinated or aquarium water to remove debris and potential contaminants.

🌡️ Temperature Match: Float the moss in the aquarium for 15-20 minutes to equalize water temperatures.

🧪 Water Test: Check your aquarium’s pH, temperature, and hardness to ensure it matches the moss’s requirements.

💦 Quarantine Option: If possible, place the moss in a separate tank for a few days to monitor for pests or algae.

🪨 Secure Placement: Attach the moss to rocks, driftwood, or mesh using fishing line or aquarium-safe glue.

💡 Gradual Light Exposure: Introduce the moss to your tank’s lighting slowly to prevent stress or algae growth.

🌊 Monitor Flow: Ensure the water flow is gentle; excessive currents can dislodge the moss.

🧼 Inspect Regularly: Check for pests, snails, or algae during the first few weeks and address promptly.

🟢 First Week Care: Avoid fertilizing heavily or introducing CO2 immediately to let the moss acclimate naturally.

Grower Pick Product

🌿 Grower Pick Moss

🖼️ Representative Image: The image shown is an example of the moss you may receive.

🌟 Handpicked Quality: Each piece is carefully selected based on health, condition, and vibrancy.

🪴 Premium Selection: Ensures you get the healthiest and most beautiful moss available.

🧽 Ready to Use: Moss is cleaned and prepped, ready for aquascaping or placement in your tank.

🌊 Aquarium Ready: Suitable for freshwater aquariums, terrariums, or paludariums.

🐠 Great for Tank Mates: Provides shelter and biofilm for shrimp, snails, and small fish.

Flat Rate Shipping As Low As $20

At Tropicflow, we strive to make the shipping process as affordable and convenient as possible for our customers. Our flat rate shipping starts as low as $20, and the more fish you purchase, the more you save on shipping fees. We encourage our customers to combine as many fish as possible in each order to take advantage of these cost-saving opportunities.

High Quality Product

At Tropicflow, we take pride in shipping only the highest quality product to our customers. Our fish, plant are carefully selected for their excellent health, vibrant colors, and wide, full tails.

100% Live Arrive Guarantee

Tropicflow takes great pride in the quality of our products, and we proudly extend a 100% Live Arrival Guarantee for every shipment we dispatch. In the unfortunate event that any of the livestock or plants in your order do not survive upon arrival, we are dedicated to offering you a full refund in the form of store credit, covering the precise cost of the item, excluding shipping expenses. Your satisfaction is our commitment!

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  • High Quality Fish

    High Quality Produce

    At Tropicflow, we take the health and happiness of our fish, plant seriously. That's why we only send out the best of the best - healthy fish with shiny, vibrant colors and beautifully wide tails. And before they make their way to your aquarium, we give them the royal treatment: two full days of quarantine to ensure they're in top shape and ready for their new home.

  • Flat Shipping Rates $15

    Flat Shipping Rates $15

    Tropicflow offers UPS 2-day air flat rate shipping for $20, allowing you to consolidate multiple fish in a single order. This cost-effective shipping option ensures swift delivery while giving you the freedom to add as many fish as you desire to your order.

  • 100% Live Arrival Guarantee

    100% Live Arrival Guarantee

    At Tropicflow, our top priority is to ensure that our customers are completely satisfied with their purchases. We understand that receiving a shipment with dead livestock or plants can be a frustrating experience, which is why we offer our 100% Live Arrival Guarantee. Rest assured, we are committed to making things right and ensuring that you are happy with your purchase.