Riccardia chamedryfolia, commonly known as Coral Moss or Mini Pellia, is a stunning, bright green aquatic liverwort that forms dense, intricate structures resembling miniature coral reefs.
Why Choose It
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Coral-Like Texture: Its rigid, branching structure adds incredible, eye-catching detail to rocks and driftwood.
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Extremely Compact: Stays low and tight against surfaces, never becoming stringy or messy like traditional mosses.
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Nano-Tank Perfect: Its miniature scale makes it the ultimate choice for small aquariums and intricate foreground detailing.
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Shrimp Favorite: The dense growth provides massive surface area for biofilm, making it an ideal foraging ground for dwarf shrimp.
Planting & Care
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Attachment: Do not bury in substrate. Dab small amounts of cyanoacrylate super glue onto hardscape and press small portions of the moss onto it, or tie it down with thread.
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Upkeep: Ensure good water flow to keep the plant free of detritus. While it survives in low tech, it requires medium/high light and CO2 to achieve its signature tight, coral-like appearance (otherwise it grows thin and stringy).
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Parameter |
Ideal Range |
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Lighting |
Medium to High |
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Temperature |
64°F – 82°F (18°C – 28°C) |
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Water Flow |
Moderate |
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CO2 |
Highly Recommended (for dense growth) |
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Placement |
Glued or tied to hardscape |
