Freshwater moss

Freshwater moss

Lomariopsis lineata

Easy Low Light CO2: Not Required
Growth Rate Slow
Size Small
Position Foreground
Type Aquatic Fern

Water Parameters & Requirements

Temperature
22.0-28.0°C
72-82°F
pH
6.0-7.5
Hardness (GH)
3.0-12.0 dGH
Light
Low Light
CO2
Not Required

Care Requirements

Substrate
Not Needed
Fertilization
Not Needed
Pruning
Not Needed

About

Aquatic fungus that resembles marine algae. Forms dark‑green cushions. Excellent refuge for shrimp.

Care Notes

Very easy to care for. Grows slowly, forming cushions. Ideal for shrimp tanks. Tolerates low light.

Propagation

Fragmentation

Quick Summary

Scientific NameLomariopsis lineata
FamilyLomariopsidaceae
TypeAquatic Fern
DifficultyEasy
LightLow Light
CO2Not Required
GrowthSlow
PositionForeground
SizeSmall
Hardness3.0-12.0 dGH
SubstrateNot Needed
FertilizationNot Needed
PruningNot Needed

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