Pheonix Moss (Fissidens fontanus)

Pheonix Moss

Pheonix Moss

Fissidens fontanus

Difficulty

Moderate

pH

5.5 - 7.5

Temp.

23 -28 °C (73.4-82.4°F)

Water Hardness

2-20 °d

Availability

Common

Max Height

60 cm (23.6")

Max Width

30 cm (11.8")

Light Needs

Medium

Growth Rate

Slow

Tank Placement

Midground

Alternative Names and Variants

Phoenix Moss, US Fissidens, Palm Moss

Environment Specifics

Easy plant to keep. Make sure lighting is adequate. Does best when tied to rocks or driftwood with fishing line. Can be tied on a riccia mat to form a carpet.

Identification

Small green plant with fronds sticking out of it. Many other forms of Fissidens, this one is easily recognizable. It gets the name "palm moss" because its fronds resemble palm fronds.

External links

• Planted Tank
• Aqua Moss