Marimo Moss Ball, Live Moss Ball
By A Mystery Man Writer
Last updated 17 Jul 2024
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The world's easiest aquarium "plant" is actually a velvety ball of algae. Only needs water and low light. Great for aquarium fish like bettas and goldfish.
Low Light Beginner Friendly Unique Round Shape Marimo moss balls are actually not made out of moss at all, but a freshwater green algae. They naturally occur at the bottom of certain lakes of the world where the currents are just right to form this algae into a ball shape. Marimo moss balls are a deep green color and are very easy to care for, though extremely slow-growing. They look great in any aquarium and will thrive under low light. Therefore, they are an excellent choice for beginners looking for an easy yet eye-catching plant to get into keeping planted tanks. Scientific Name: Aegagropila linnaei Native To: Japan, Northern Europe Skill Level: Easy Placement: Foreground Co2 Requirement: none Preferred Fertilizer: Liquid - Easy Green Approx. 1 to 1.5 inches at purchase Rotate your Marimo moss ball each water change or once a week so the ball gets enough light across its entire surface. ***Being a natural product, sizes can vary from what is shown.***
Low Light Beginner Friendly Unique Round Shape Marimo moss balls are actually not made out of moss at all, but a freshwater green algae. They naturally occur at the bottom of certain lakes of the world where the currents are just right to form this algae into a ball shape. Marimo moss balls are a deep green color and are very easy to care for, though extremely slow-growing. They look great in any aquarium and will thrive under low light. Therefore, they are an excellent choice for beginners looking for an easy yet eye-catching plant to get into keeping planted tanks. Scientific Name: Aegagropila linnaei Native To: Japan, Northern Europe Skill Level: Easy Placement: Foreground Co2 Requirement: none Preferred Fertilizer: Liquid - Easy Green Approx. 1 to 1.5 inches at purchase Rotate your Marimo moss ball each water change or once a week so the ball gets enough light across its entire surface. ***Being a natural product, sizes can vary from what is shown.***
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These cute little creatures are not moss at all. They are in fact, a type of algae - Aegagropila linnaei. A three day festival in honor of these green orbs is hosted in Japan every year. They are often times kept as pets.Marimo balls grow approximately 5mm per year. They can grow as large as 12 inches n diameter and can purportedly live 200 years or more being passed down from generation to generation. They can grow anywhere, including dark bathrooms or gaming rooms.
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These cute little creatures are not moss at all. They are in fact, a type of algae - Aegagropila linnaei. A three day festival in honor of these green orbs is hosted in Japan every year. They are often times kept as pets.Marimo balls grow approximately 5mm per year. They can grow as large as 12 inches n diameter and can purportedly live 200 years or more being passed down from generation to generation. They can grow anywhere, including dark bathrooms or gaming rooms.
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