{"product_id":"tropica-003a-tissue-culture-vesicularia-montagnei-christmas","title":"Tropica 003A Tissue Culture - Vesicularia montagnei Christmas","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTropica 003A Tissue Culture - Vesicularia montagnei Christmas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTropica 003A Tissue Culture - Vesicularia montagnei Christmas\u003c\/strong\u003e is a live Christmas tree moss for the aquarium, supplied as a tissue culture in a closed cup. It suits aquascapers who want a moss with a distinctive fir-branch look, and it grows well under medium light with low CO2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout This Moss\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis moss is a speciality from Brasil, standing 1–3 cm (0.4–1.2\") tall. It is known as \"Christmas tree moss\" because its side branches look like the branches of a fir tree. That branching structure is what sets it apart from ordinary Vesicularia dubyana. It is a little more demanding than ordinary Java moss and grows more slowly, so it rewards a bit of patience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnique \"Christmas tree\" appearance that adds aesthetic value to an aquascape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSide-branch structure that looks like fir tree branches and is clearly different from ordinary Vesicularia dubyana\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttaches readily to roots and stones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeeds only medium light and low CO2 levels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied as a tissue culture in a closed cup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttach it to roots and stones, which it takes to readily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide medium light and low CO2.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs the moss spreads through the water, prune it to keep its shape attractive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAquarists who want a moss with a distinctive, tree-like growth form\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlanted tanks with medium light and low CO2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardscape featuring roots and stones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHobbyists who accept that it is more demanding than ordinary Java moss and grows more slowly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorks well with roots and stones as attachment surfaces. If you like this style of moss, also look at Taxiphyllum barbieri.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant type: Moss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: South America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth rate: Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: 3 - 5+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight demand: Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCO2: Low\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied as: tissue culture in a closed cup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVesicularia montagnei \"Christmas\" aquarium plant, supplied as a tissue culture in a closed cup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: this is a live aquatic aquarium plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes Christmas moss different from ordinary Java moss?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIts side-branch structure looks like fir tree branches and distinguishes it from ordinary Vesicularia dubyana. It is also more demanding than ordinary Java moss and grows more slowly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat light and CO2 does it need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt needs medium light and low CO2 levels for growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow tall does it get?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is described as 1–3 cm (0.4–1.2\") tall. The plant info lists its height as 3 - 5+.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat can I attach it to?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt attaches readily to roots and stones, so it works well on hardscape in a planted aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it need trimming?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. As it spreads in the water, it needs pruning to keep its shape attractive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere does it come from, and how fast does it grow?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis moss is a speciality from Brasil, and its origin is listed as South America. Its growth rate is listed as medium.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AQUATIX","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40207568666678,"sku":"5703249003126","price":230.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0151\/9016\/3510\/files\/Tropica003ATissueCulture-VesiculariamontagneiChristmas2.jpg?v=1760184466","url":"https:\/\/jungleaquatics.com\/products\/tropica-003a-tissue-culture-vesicularia-montagnei-christmas","provider":"Jungle Aquatics Pet Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}