Taxiphyllum sp. "Spiky Moss"

Taxiphyllum sp. "Spiky Moss" is a moss suited to foreground and midground planting.

Foreground, MidgroundMoss

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Planting & care

  • PlacementForeground, Midground
  • GrowthMoss
  • LightLow
  • CO2Recommended
  • Height1.2–3.9" (3–10 cm)

Quick specs

Difficulty
Easy
Light
Low
CO₂
Recommended
Temperature
68–82°F (20–28°C)
Placement
Foreground, Midground
Growth type
Moss
Aquarium suitability
Suitable for aquariums Suitable for long-term aquarium use.
Approx. height
1.2–3.9" (3–10 cm)

Water conditions

Temperature
68–82°F (20–28°C)
pH
5–8
Carbonate hardness
0–14 °dKH
CO₂ (mg/L)
10–40 mg/L

Growth & placement

Growth rate
Medium
Propagation
Daughter-plant cuttings

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What you’ll need to grow Taxiphyllum sp. "Spiky Moss"

Start with this plant’s documented care needs, then use an AquariumLesson calculator to size the setup for your aquarium.

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Hypnaceae
Genus
Taxiphyllum

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