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Flame Moss
Taxiphyllum sp. Flame
Upright twisting moss; attach to wood or stone and prune crowded growth.
LightLow–Medium
CO₂Not required
DifficultyEasy
PlacementAquarium
Position and planting
Attach to wood or stone where appropriate, and keep rhizomes exposed rather than burying them.
Upright twisting moss; attach to wood or stone and prune crowded growth.
Lighting, CO₂ and nutrition
Light: Low–Medium. CO₂: Not required. Difficulty: Easy.
Added CO₂ is not required in the current library guide, but stable light and sufficient nutrients remain important.
Keeping it healthy
Provide consistent light, suitable nutrition, and routine maintenance. Remove decaying leaves. Watch for algae or melting after transitions, and troubleshoot conditions before making sudden changes.