Aquarium plant

Fissidens fontanus

Foreground, MidgroundMoss

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Plant overview

Fissidens fontanus grows as a moss and fits foreground and midground planting. Care: difficult care, low light, recommended CO₂.

Recorded water ranges cover temperature 18–25 °C, pH 5–7.5, KH 0–14 °dKH, CO₂ 1–4 mg/L.

Planting & care

  • PlacementForeground, Midground
  • GrowthMoss
  • LightLow
  • CO2Recommended
  • Height3–5 cm

Water conditions

Temperature
18–25 °C
pH
5–7.5
Carbonate hardness
0–14 °dKH
CO₂ (mg/L)
1–4 mg/L

Growth & placement

Growth rate
Medium
Propagation
Daughter-plant cuttings

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Fissidentaceae
Genus
Fissidens

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FAQ

Where should Fissidens fontanus be planted?

Use it for foreground and midground planting.

What light does Fissidens fontanus need?

Light requirement: low.

What temperature suits Fissidens fontanus?

Temperature: 18–25 °C.

How tall does Fissidens fontanus grow?

Height: 3–5 cm.