Christmas Moss (Vesicularia montagnei)
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Christmas Moss
Christmas Moss
Vesicularia montagnei
Moss
18.3-25°C (65 -77 °F)
Max Height
9 cm (3.5")
Max Width
25.4cm (10 ")
Contents
Synonyms, alternative common names and variants[edit]
- Christmas (Xmas) moss
Description[edit]
- When grown attached to an object it forms triangular fronds in the shape of Christmas or Fir trees. Very similar to Java moss, though not as hardy.
Environment Specifics[edit]
- Prefers lower temperatures under 25°C (77°F)
Special notes[edit]
- Java moss is often mis-sold as this plant. But Java moss leaves are far less closely packed together and regular than this species.
