Taxiphyllum 'flame moss' Tissue Culture - C31281

Flame Moss (Taxiphyllum sp.) – Tissue Culture (Vertical Growth Moss)

Add dramatic texture and movement to your aquascape with Flame Moss, a unique moss known for its distinct upward, twisting growth pattern that resembles flickering flames.

Unlike traditional mosses that grow flat, Flame Moss grows vertically, making it perfect for creating eye-catching focal points on driftwood and hardscape.

Grown in sterile tissue culture, it arrives 100% pest-free, algae-free, and shrimp-safe.

Why It Sells So Well

• Unique “flame-like” vertical growth (rare vs standard mosses)
• Adds height and texture instantly
• Tissue culture grown – no snails, algae, or parasites
• Shrimp & fry safe – perfect for breeding tanks
• Easy to shape, trim, and maintain

Plant Details

• Scientific Name: Taxiphyllum sp. ‘Flame’
• Common Name: Flame Moss
• Placement: Hardscape / Midground
• Difficulty: Easy
• Growth Rate: Moderate
• Lighting: Low to Medium
• CO₂: Not required (enhances growth)

Growth Style (Key Selling Feature)

Flame Moss stands out because it:

• Grows upward in spiral/twisting fronds
• Creates a 3D “flame” effect on wood and rocks
• Stays more compact and controlled than Java Moss

 Perfect for premium aquascaping designs and moss trees

 How to Use (Tissue Culture Prep)

1. Remove moss from cup
2. Rinse off all nutrient gel
3. Break into small portions
4. Attach to wood/rock using thread or aquarium-safe glue

Pro Tip: Use small pieces spaced out—this creates a fuller, more dramatic flame effect as it grows.

 Care Notes

• Keep moss moist until placed in aquarium
• Trim occasionally to maintain shape
• Moderate flow helps enhance upright growth

What You Get

• 1 sealed cup of Flame Moss Tissue Culture
• Clean, dense moss ready for immediate aquascaping

 Perfect For

• Driftwood “tree” aquascapes 
• Shrimp tanks & breeding setups 
• Nano and nature aquariums
• High-end aquascaping layouts

Pro Aquascaper Tip

Use Flame Moss to create:

• Moss trees (very high-demand look)
• Vertical accents on branch wood
• Layered textures in nature aquascapes