Ferrie Moss

Vesicularia ferriei

Family : Hypnaceae

PlantFreshwatermoss

Aquatic moss close to Singapore moss, with a slightly finer texture. Ideal for natural aquascapes.

Popularity

Easy plant

standard lighting, few requirements

Availability

Common in shops

Shop availability

IUCN Status

Not Evaluated

Description

Ferrie moss is a delicate aquatic moss with very fine, branching stems. Its leaves are small, oval, and bright green. It forms dense, light mats, perfect for covering rocks and roots. Its growth is moderate and it adapts well to different lighting. It provides an excellent habitat for microorganisms and fry. In aquascaping, it is often used to create natural moss effects.

Habitat

Region :

Streams and wetlands, on rocks and wood

Distribution :

Recommended parameters

Temperature20–28 °C

pH5.5–7.5

GH2–15 °dGH

KH1–10 °dKH

NO₃

≤ 20 mg/L

PO₄

≤ 2 mg/L

CO₂

≤ 0 mg/L

Light

Low

Care

Difficulty

1/5

Diet

Photosynthetic

Min. tank

10 L

Min. group

Adult size

5 cm

Lifespan

5 years

Temperament

Peaceful

Propagation

Fragmentation

Care notes

Ferrie moss is easy to grow, similar to Singapore moss. Low to moderate lighting is sufficient, no CO2 needed. Water should be soft to moderately hard, pH 5.5-7.5, temperature 20-28°C. It attaches easily to rough surfaces. Regular trimming keeps it compact. Liquid nutrients can improve density. Avoid excessive light to prevent algae.

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