Description
This interesting new variety of Fissidens moss forms velvety, deeply green carpets of small, compact shoots. The feather-like, soft shoots are about 3-4 mm wide, branched at the base and have a decumbent to ascending growth habit. This Fissidens thrives above as well as under water, however it seems to prefer submerged life. In this respect it resembles Fissidens sp. "Mallorca", however its single shoots are a little more delicate. It is also similar to the dwarfish Fissidens sp. "Khao Sok" from Thailand, but according to our experience it grows considerably better under aquarium conditions. Because of its trading name, this yet unidentified, small Fissidens was probably found in Vietnam.
In the aquarium, Fissidens sp. "Vietnam" grows very slowly and benefits from a good supply of nutrients and CO2. The small shoots are best tied to driftwood, rock or ceramic moss pads. Alternatively, you can also squeeze them into cracks of wood or stones. When the moss cushions have grown too thick, they should be thinned out or cut back a little as otherwise they may eventually detach from the support.
With its rather spreading, densely ramified growth, Fissidens sp. "Vietnam" is best suited to be used for aquascaping. This filigree moss is one of the most beautiful epiphytes currently available and can be used for the greening of hardscape in many ways. Its deeply green, delicately textured cushions are an eye-catcher in bigger aquascapes as well as in nano aquariums!
Characteristic
Small, compact Fissidens
Fine, feather-like structure
No high demands
Very rare in trade
Category
Rare Plants
Carbon Dioxide
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