{"product_id":"tropica-003g-tissue-culture-taxiphyllum-spiky","title":"Tropica 003G Tissue Culture - Taxiphyllum Spiky","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTropica 003G Tissue Culture - Taxiphyllum Spiky\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTropica 003G Tissue Culture - Taxiphyllum Spiky\u003c\/strong\u003e is a low-light aquarium moss grown from tissue culture in a closed cup. It suits aquascapers who want deep green, branching texture on vertical surfaces, or a lush carpet across the substrate, without needing a high-tech set-up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThrives at very low light intensity, so it works in tanks where many other plants struggle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrows fast and forms many deep green, branched shoots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDescribed as the bigger sibling of Christmas moss, with a larger, more open growth form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan create a carpeting effect when planted in small tufts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrown from 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\u003eFor the best display, place it on vertical surfaces, where the branched shoots show to full effect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor a carpet, plant small tufts into the bottom substrate with a small interspace between them.\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 with low-light planted tanks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAquascapers who want a moss with more size and branching than Christmas moss.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone wanting a carpeting plant that doesn't demand strong lighting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Asia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth rate: Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: 3 - 10+ (the description also gives a growth height of 2-10 cm \/ 0.8-4\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight demand: Low\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCO2: Low\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\u003eTaxiphyllum 'Spiky' aquarium plant, grown from tissue culture and supplied in a closed cup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note: 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\u003eHow much light does Taxiphyllum Spiky need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIts light demand is low, and it thrives at very low light intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need CO2 for this moss?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo. Its CO2 demand is rated low.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow tall does it grow?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt grows 2-10 cm (0.8-4\") tall, at a medium growth rate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is it different from Christmas moss?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is best described as Christmas moss's big brother. It is bigger and forms many deep green, branched shoots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it as a carpet?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. Plant small tufts into the bottom substrate with a small interspace between them to build a carpeting effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere does it look best in the aquarium?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nOn vertical surfaces, where the branched shoots show clearly.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AQUATIX","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40207472721974,"sku":"5703249803726","price":230.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0151\/9016\/3510\/files\/Tropica003GTissueCulture-TaxiphyllumSpiky2.jpg?v=1760184923","url":"https:\/\/jungleaquatics.com\/products\/tropica-003g-tissue-culture-taxiphyllum-spiky","provider":"Jungle Aquatics Pet Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}