Tropica Aegagropila linnaei Single Moss Ball

Marimo is a rounded colony of algae, often sold as a moss ball. It provides a simple sculptural feature with very slow growth. Also known as Cladophora aegagropila or Marimo.

What to know

• Supplied as: Single Moss Ball
• Position: Loose on the substrate
• Origin: Cosmopolitan
• Growth rate: Slow
• Height: 3 – 10+ cm Tropicas typical size after two months, not the maximum size
• Light demand: Low
• CO2: Low

Planting and care

Turn regularly to maintain an even shape. Gently rinse in aquarium water when detritus collects.

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