Taxiphyllum sp. 'Spiky Moss' – A lush and graphic moss
Taxiphyllum sp. 'Spiky Moss' , also known as spiky moss, is a spectacular aquarium moss with a distinctive appearance. With its dense, pine-like branches, it creates a natural yet structured decor. Offered here in in vitro culture by Tropica , it is 100% free of algae, snails, or parasites. It attaches easily to aquarium roots , rocks , or decorations, and grows between 5 and 10 cm depending on conditions. Thanks to its spreading habit and deep green hue, it can be used to create carpets, walls, or even miniature trees. Ideal for aquascaping, it adapts to all styles.
Dense and natural visual effect, close to Christmas moss
Easy attachment to all decorative supports
Perfect for creating green walls or shrimp refuges
Native to Asia, Spiky Moss is a lush, medium-growing moss that is highly prized in the aquascaping world. It is distinguished by its long, branched, flattened shoots, reminiscent of small thorny branches. With its intense medium green color, it grows horizontally or upwards, creating elegant and dense volumes in the aquarium. Compared to the famous "Christmas Moss", it is larger, more robust, and just as decorative . It clings naturally to various supports, and can be used to create original compositions such as trees, plant walls, or very natural shaded areas.
Ideal conditions for balanced growth
Spiky Moss grows slowly, but quickly becomes spectacular in the right conditions. Moderate lighting is enough to maintain its dense form. It tolerates temperatures ranging from 12 to 30°C, but prefers cooler water around 24°C, where it grows more vigorously. The ideal pH is between 6.0 and 7.5, with moderate hardness (GH up to 15). It does not require CO2 to grow, but a small supplement can boost its density. Adding nutrients , especially an iron-based fertilizer, strengthens the health and color of the moss.
An ultra-versatile plant for aquascaping
Taxiphyllum 'Spiky Moss' can be used in all sorts of compositions. It is easily attached using fishing line or special glue to wood, stones, or even plastic grids to create a carpet or a green wall. It is also perfect for covering a Matten filter and transforming it into an aesthetic element of the decor. It can also be used floating as a spawning site for fish, or as a hiding place for shrimp, which it delights with its microorganisms present on the fronds. And if you are a fan of aqua-terrariums or paludariums, it also thrives out of water, as long as it remains moist.
Easy to plant, easy to maintain
Available in in vitro culture, Spiky Moss arrives in a sterile dish. Simply rinse the nutrient gel under water, divide the plant into 5 to 10 portions , and attach them wherever you like. It can be planted anywhere: on vertical displays, sandy soils, or even directly in the stream. Regular pruning helps control its shape and stimulate growth. Be careful, however: this moss is sensitive to algae. Clean water, low nitrate levels, and a good filter cleaning will prevent any unwanted proliferation.
A decorative moss that has become essential
Today, Spiky Moss is a classic in planted tanks. It appeals as much for its graphic look as for its ease of adaptation. It is often sold under other names such as "Peacock Moss," but the differences are minimal. Its broad structure, its ability to quickly cover substrates, and its intense color make it perfect for natural settings. Whether in a nano-aquarium or an XXL tank, it brings a wild and controlled touch to your aquatic landscape. For even faster recovery, don't hesitate to accompany its introduction with beneficial bacteria .
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Taxiphyllum barbieri 'Java Moss' - The easy and versatile aquatic moss
Taxiphyllum barbieri , better known as Java Moss , is one of the most popular plants in aquariums. Very easy to maintain, it grows easily and requires neither intense lighting nor a CO2 system . It can be attached to rocks, roots or left free for a natural and lush effect. This aquatic moss is ideal for providing a refuge for fry and shrimp . Perfect for community aquariums as well as for breeding tanks, it allows you to create natural decors while promoting the balance of the tank.
Easy aquatic foam , perfect for beginners and experts.
Ideal for shrimp and fry , providing them with shelter and food.
Can be fixed to rocks and roots for a natural effect.
Cladophora linnaei - The 100% natural and decorative moss ball
Cladophora linnaei , also known as Moss Ball or Cladophora ball, is a plant curiosity from the most peaceful lakes in the world. This ultra-decorative spherical algae , sold in blister packs of 3 "in vitro" balls, adapts to all aquariums, even the smallest. It seduces with its perfect shape and minimal maintenance . In addition to its unique charm, it offers an ideal refuge for shrimp and helps maintain cleaner water . Easy to maintain, it can also be attached to an aquarium root or a rock to create an ultra-trendy plant carpet.
Perfect for nano-aquariums and minimalist aquascaping
Promotes biological balance by capturing waste
Natural hiding place and pantry for shrimp and fry
Bacopa caroliniana – An easy, hardy and very decorative plant
Bacopa caroliniana in a mini pot is a superb stem plant, native to North America, ideal for creating dense clumps in the background or middle ground . It seduces with its fleshy, oval, pretty light green leaves and its ability to form harmonious bushes in all types of aquariums. Sold in a coconut fiber pot, it is ready to plant, without preparation : just bury it where you want. With its slow growth and great adaptability, it is a perfect plant for beginners. It requires little care, moderate to strong lighting , a little patience... and it will thank you with its soothing presence and elegant foliage.
Fleshy, light green foliage, ideal for creating contrast
Mini fiber pot: no rock wool, ready to plant
Perfect for beginners, low maintenance, slow growing
Limnophila sessiliflora: fast growing and easy to maintain
Limnophila sessiliflora is an aquatic plant native to Southeast Asia, prized for its fast growth and ease of care . Its slender stems can reach up to 40 cm in height and 3-4 cm in width, providing dense and attractive foliage. This plant is ideal for beginners and experienced aquarists alike, adapting equally well to nano-aquariums and large tanks. Available in a mini coco fiber pot, it is ready to be planted directly into your aquarium, without requiring any additional preparation.
Alternanthera reineckii 'Mini' – A compact, intense splash of red
Alternanthera reineckii 'Mini' is a little color bomb for the foreground of your aquarium. With its vibrant purple leaves and ultra-compact size, it's ideal for creating contrast in even the smallest planted tanks. Its moderate growth makes it easy to control, and with regular pruning, you'll achieve a dense, colorful carpet barely 5 cm high. It loves light, and a CO2 system can do it good, but it remains relatively easy to maintain. Perfect for aquascaping as well as for nano-aquariums, it adds a real aesthetic plus to any type of decor.
Micranthemum Monte Carlo - The ideal plant for a lush carpet
Micranthemum tweediei 'Monte Carlo' is a ground cover aquarium plant that forms a dense, lush carpet in the foreground of the tank. Native to South America, it is distinguished by its light green, rounded, and very compact foliage , perfect for creating a natural plant substrate. Easy to maintain, it thrives with good lighting and a moderate CO2 system . This versatile plant can be grown in a "dry start" to encourage its rooting before immersion. Suitable for beginners and experienced aquarists alike, it enhances any type of aquarium by adding a natural and harmonious touch.
Creates a dense plant carpet for a spectacular aquascaping effect.
Easy to care for with regular pruning to prevent suffocation.
Compatible with various conditions , even under moderate lighting.
Eriocaulon cinereum – An original and elegant plant for your aquarium
Eriocaulon cinereum is a rare and fascinating aquatic plant, ideal for enhancing an aquarium. With its foliage in the form of fine green tips , it resembles a small miniature palm tree. Produced through in vitro culture, it is free of algae and parasites, guaranteeing a healthy introduction into your tank. Very popular in aquascaping, it is distinguished by its ability to flower under good conditions, offering a unique spectacle. To flourish, it requires intense lighting , a good supply of CO2 system and a soil rich in nutrients . Easy to integrate, it brings a touch of originality and naturalness to your aquatic decor.
Rare and aesthetic plant : Cushion-shaped foliage and unique flowering
Ideal for aquascaping : Perfect in the foreground or background
Easy to acclimatize : From in vitro culture, without parasites or algae
Dreaming of a lush, natural plant carpet for your aquarium? Eleocharis acicularis is the plant for you! Easy to grow, it grows quickly and adapts to a wide range of conditions. Ideal for beginners and experienced aquascapers alike, this grassy plant forms a dense, attractive carpet. It guarantees a natural look while improving water quality. Grown in vitro, it is guaranteed to be pest-free, algae-free, and free from chemical fertilizers.
Easy to grow : ideal for creating a natural plant carpet.
Parasite-free : from in vitro culture, guaranteed to be free of algae and snails.
Adaptable : suitable for both nano-aquariums and large volumes.
Micranthemum Monte Carlo - The ideal plant for a lush carpet
Micranthemum tweediei 'Monte Carlo' is a ground cover aquarium plant that forms a dense, lush carpet in the foreground of the tank. Native to South America, it is distinguished by its light green, rounded, and very compact foliage , perfect for creating a natural plant substrate. Easy to maintain, it thrives with good lighting and a moderate CO2 system . This versatile plant can be grown in a "dry start" to encourage its rooting before immersion. Suitable for beginners and experienced aquarists alike, it enhances any type of aquarium by adding a natural and harmonious touch.
Creates a dense plant carpet for a spectacular aquascaping effect.
Easy to care for with regular pruning to prevent suffocation.
Compatible with various conditions , even under moderate lighting.
Taxiphyllum barbieri 'Java Moss' - The easy and versatile aquatic moss
Taxiphyllum barbieri , better known as Java Moss , is one of the most popular plants in aquariums. Very easy to maintain, it grows easily and requires neither intense lighting nor a CO2 system . It can be attached to rocks, roots or left free for a natural and lush effect. This aquatic moss is ideal for providing a refuge for fry and shrimp . Perfect for community aquariums as well as for breeding tanks, it allows you to create natural decors while promoting the balance of the tank.
Easy aquatic foam , perfect for beginners and experts.
Ideal for shrimp and fry , providing them with shelter and food.
Can be fixed to rocks and roots for a natural effect.
Staurogyne repens - A compact and robust aquarium plant
Staurogyne repens is a compact and resilient aquatic plant, ideal for the foreground of your aquarium. Native to the Rio Cristalino in Brazil, this plant forms a dense, low bush thanks to its small, bright green leaves. It grows slowly and adapts easily to different aquatic environments. Its maintenance is simple: with medium light and a moderate supply of CO2, it flourishes effortlessly. Perfect for aquascaping , it creates a superb plant carpet that will enhance your natural decor. Grown in vitro, it guarantees a healthy and pest-free introduction to your aquarium.
Limnobium laevigatum - A decorative and easy floating plant
Limnobium laevigatum , also known as Frogweed , is a floating plant native to South America. It is ideal for uncovered aquariums and adds a natural touch with its bright green leaves. Popular for its long roots that provide hiding places for surface fish, this plant is also an excellent indicator of nutrients in the water. Easy to maintain and with medium growth, it is suitable for both beginners and experienced aquarists.
Aesthetic floating plant: Perfect for uncovered aquariums.
Easy to maintain: Low light and CO2 requirements.
Ideal hiding places: Provides shelter for surface fish.
Phyllanthus fluitans - A floating plant with red highlights
Phyllanthus fluitans , also known as Red Root Floater , is a floating plant native to South America. It is particularly popular for its heart-shaped leaves , which take on a reddish hue under intense lighting . Easy to maintain, it grows quickly and creates a spectacular surface effect while providing ideal shade for fish such as bettas. Its red roots and white flowers add a natural and original touch to any aquarium.
Unique decorative effect: Red foliage under strong light.
Fish Hideouts: Provides shelter for bettas and shrimp.
Riccia fluitans - A versatile floating moss for aquariums
Riccia fluitans , also known as the water lily , is a highly versatile aquatic moss. Popularized by aquascaping master Takashi Amano , it can be used floating or attached to roots and rocks to create beautiful underwater landscapes. Easy to maintain, it forms oxygen bubbles when healthy and provides an excellent refuge for fish and shrimp. Whether you are an aquascaper or a beginner, this plant will enhance your aquarium.
Floating or fixed plant: Ideal for aquascaping and natural aquariums.
Rich in oxygen: Forms bubbles which indicate the good health of the tank.
Fry hiding places: Ideal protection for young fish and shrimp.
Lilaeopsis brasiliensis - A dense, natural turf plant
Lilaeopsis brasiliensis is a turf-like aquatic plant native to South America. It is perfect for creating a dense, natural-looking plant cover in the foreground of an aquarium. With its slow but robust growth, it adapts equally well to aquariums and outdoor ponds. It thrives in bright lighting and CO2 to accelerate its growth and achieve a truly turf-like effect.
Natural grass effect: Ideal for aquascaping and foreground.
Suitable for aquariums and ponds: Supports complete or partial immersion.
Easy to maintain: Slow but robust growth, requires little pruning.
