{"product_id":"christmas-moss-clump","title":"Christmas Moss clump","description":"\u003ch2\u003eChristmas Moss — \u003cem\u003eVesicularia montagnei\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNamed for its distinctive layered, fern-like fronds that cascade like the branches of a Christmas tree, \u003cem\u003eVesicularia montagnei\u003c\/em\u003e is one of the most elegant and recognizable aquatic mosses in the hobby. Its structured, tiered growth pattern sets it apart from other mosses, making it a standout choice for aquascapers seeking texture, depth, and a natural, forest-like aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: Christmas Moss is sometimes confused with Java Moss (\u003cem\u003eTaxiphyllum barbieri\u003c\/em\u003e), which is sold under the \"Java moss\" name in many stores. True Christmas Moss grows in a more open, layered pattern and is less compact than most Taxiphyllum varieties.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePlant Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eVesicularia montagnei\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Christmas Moss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aquatic moss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Asia (tropical regions)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slow to moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Foreground to midground; ideal for hardscape attachment or moss walls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCO₂:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not required, but improves growth and colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 – 25°C (64 – 78°F)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5 – 7.2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003egH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 – 10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ekH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 – 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTDS:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 – 300 ppm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare \u0026amp; Placement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAttachment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tie to rocks, driftwood, or mesh with cotton thread or use gel-type cyanoacrylate adhesive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMoss Walls:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent for moss wall panels — its layered fronds create a lush, dimensional surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFloating:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can be left to float freely, providing shelter and grazing surfaces for shrimp and fry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrimming:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trim regularly to maintain the characteristic tiered shape and prevent overgrowth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilisation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low demand; occasional liquid micronutrient dosing is beneficial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCO₂:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not essential but noticeably improves growth rate and the depth of green colouration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAquascape \u0026amp; Shrimp Tank Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChristmas Moss is a versatile and rewarding plant for both aquascaping and functional planted tanks. Its layered fronds accumulate biofilm naturally, making it an excellent grazing surface for shrimp and small invertebrates. The open, branching structure also provides ideal refuge for shrimplets and fry. A beautiful and practical addition to any low-tech or high-tech planted aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aquapets ( KowloonAquarium)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52930119368977,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0679\/9225\/6785\/files\/612ba2ff4519bca524491cb201e532dc__15927.jpg?v=1703659864","url":"https:\/\/www.aquapets.ca\/products\/christmas-moss-clump","provider":"Aquapets ( KowloonAquarium)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}