Stringy Moss

Stringy moss is a common moss in the streams and ponds of the Northern Hemisphere. Its shoots are thin, long and thread-like; because its small leaves are sparsely arranged, it has a light, floaty look. Its shoots waving in the current suit natural-looking aquariums especially well. It grows faster than other ornamental mosses and survives even in cool, hard or nutrient-poor water.

It is tied to stone or driftwood with cotton thread or fishing line. If not secured well enough, shoots can break off and float to the surface; check it during the first weeks.

• Light: Low to medium.
• CO₂: Not required.
• Fertilizer: Fish waste is usually enough.
• Because it lengthens quickly, trim it every 2–3 weeks and collect broken pieces from the aquarium; otherwise it spreads into the filter intake and among other plants. Cut pieces become new plants.