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Flame Moss Mini
Taxiphyllum sp. 'Flame Mini'
Plantae›Bryophyta›Bryopsida›Hypnales›Hypnaceae
📍 Southeast Asia
Compact version of Flame Moss with shorter, denser upward-growing fronds. Creates a tighter 'flame' effect. Hardy and easy.
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Growing in 1 tankCommunity tanks featuring Flame Moss Mini.
Compatible Livestock
Grazes on algae without damaging healthy moss; beneficial cleanup crew
Small and gentle; uses moss as shelter and grazing ground
Peaceful algae eater that respects plants and provides biofilm control
Tiny, non-aggressive fish that shelter in moss without uprooting it
Companion moss with similar care requirements; creates dense planted aesthetic
Complementary foreground plant with similar low-light tolerance
Common Diseases
Algae Overgrowth
Moss covered by green, brown, or black algae; reduced light penetration to moss tissue
Increase water circulation, reduce lighting duration to 6-8 hours daily, manually remove algae, introduce algae-eating shrimp or fish
Nutrient Deficiency
Yellowing or pale fronds; stunted or no growth despite adequate lighting
Dose liquid all-in-one fertilizer weekly; test and adjust macronutrients (nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium) as needed
Melting
Fronds become translucent, mushy, or dissolve; usually after major water parameter changes
Maintain stable water conditions (pH 6.0-7.5, temperature 23-28°C); perform gradual water changes; remove severely damaged portions
Poor Attachment
Moss detaches from hardscape or floats; appears loose or uprooted
Reattach using fishing line, cotton thread, or plant-safe glue; ensure hardscape surface is clean and rough for better grip
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Quick Facts
- co2
- optional
- lighting
- low-medium
- placement
- attached to hardscape
- difficulty
- easy
- growthRate
- slow
Water it likes
- ph
- 6.0–7.5
- hardness
- 1–12 dGH
- temperature
- 68–82°F (20–28°C)
Legality
No state or federal restrictions on record for this species.
Not legal advice, and possibly incomplete or out of date. Rules vary by state and locality and change over time — always confirm the current regulations with your state wildlife or agriculture agency before buying, keeping, or shipping this species.