Mini Pellia Moss (Plagiomnium) care guide
Mini Pellia Moss (Plagiomnium) (Plagiomnium 'Akita') — medium light, 16-24 °C, pH 5.5-7.5, no CO2.
Overview
Mini Pellia Moss (Plagiomnium) (Plagiomnium 'Akita') is an aquatic plant of the family Mniaceae, listed in the Aquairi knowledge base as an intermediate-level species. It is typically grown under medium light and without obligatory CO2 injection on any substrate. Lush green moss with broad, leaf-like fronds that resemble miniature ferns. Cooler-water lover; perfect detail moss for Iwagumi and shrimp tanks.
Taxonomy
- Family: Mniaceae
- Genus: Plagiomnium
- Scientific name: Plagiomnium 'Akita'
Habitat
Plagiomnium is a genus of mosses (Mniaceae) of moist forest floors and stream banks across the Northern Hemisphere; some forms are cultivated submersed, bearing translucent, leafy shoots. In the Aquairi knowledge base, populations associated with this form are recorded from Asia.
Growth requirements
- Lighting: medium
- CO2: not required
- Temperature: 16-24 °C (61-75 °F)
- pH: 5.5-7.5
- GH: 2-12 °dGH
- Substrate: any
- Maximum height: 5 cm
- Growth rate: slow
- Recommended placement: epiphyte on wood or rock
Placement
Attached to wood or rock; the leafy, almost translucent shoots create a soft accent and prefer cooler water and gentle light. In the Aquairi knowledge base this form is recommended for the midground as an epiphyte on hardscape under medium light and without obligatory CO2 injection, using any substrate.
Propagation
Multiplied by division of the shoots, which re-attach to hardscape and slowly spread. Documented propagation techniques for this entry include: stem cuttings.
Common issues
Warmth and strong light weaken submersed growth and invite algae; cooler, shaded conditions keep the moss vigorous.