Giant Willow Moss - Fontinalis antipyretica

Giant Willow Moss (Fontinalis antipyretica)

Giant Willow Moss is a beautiful freshwater moss known for its flowing, branch-like growth and rich green coloration. Unlike many compact moss species, Giant Willow Moss develops longer fronds that create a natural, cascading appearance when attached to driftwood, rocks, or aquarium décor.

This versatile moss is easy to grow and adapts well to a wide range of aquarium conditions. Its dense structure provides excellent cover for shrimp, fry, and other small aquatic inhabitants while helping create a mature, natural aquascape.

Giant Willow Moss grows best in cooler to moderate temperatures and can be used as a foreground accent, midground feature, or attached to hardscape to create a lush, forest-like effect.

Care Requirements

• Difficulty: Easy

• Growth Rate: Moderate

• Lighting: Low to Medium

• CO₂: Not Required

• Placement: Foreground, Midground, or Attached to Hardscape

• Temperature: 15–26°C (59–79°F)

• pH: 6.0–8.0

Sold as: Healthy portion attached to mesh, stone, or loose moss depending on availability.

Perfect for shrimp tanks, nature aquariums, and low-maintenance planted tanks, Giant Willow Moss adds texture, shelter, and a timeless natural appearance to any aquascape.