Aquarium plant

Taxiphyllum sp. "Spiky Moss"

Foreground, MidgroundMoss

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Plant overview

Taxiphyllum sp. "Spiky Moss" is a moss for foreground and midground planting. Recorded care includes easy care and low light and recommended CO₂.

Water parameters include temperature 20–28 °C, pH 5–8, KH 0–14 °dKH, CO₂ 1–4 mg/L.

Planting & care

  • PlacementForeground, Midground
  • GrowthMoss
  • LightLow
  • CO2Recommended
  • Height3–1 cm

Water conditions

Temperature
20–28 °C
pH
5–8
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
Hypnaceae
Genus
Taxiphyllum

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FAQ

Where should Taxiphyllum sp. "Spiky Moss" be planted?

Use it for foreground and midground planting.

What light does Taxiphyllum sp. "Spiky Moss" need?

Light requirement: low.

What temperature suits Taxiphyllum sp. "Spiky Moss"?

Temperature: 20–28 °C.

How tall does Taxiphyllum sp. "Spiky Moss" grow?

Height: 3–1 cm.