Weeping moss (Vesicularia ferriei 'Weeping Moss') care guide

Group
Plants
Other names
Vesicularia ferriei 'Weeping Moss'
Family
Hypnaceae (moss family)
Origin
Asia; believed to come from China
Water
freshwater
Maximum size
5 cm
Temperature
18–28°C
pH
6–7.5
Hardness
2–15 dGH
Care level
intermediate
Lighting
Medium light; CO2 not needed

Care

'Weeping Moss' is a fleshy, drooping moss with bright green, teardrop-shaped shoots, thought to come from China and distributed by Oriental Aquarium Plants. Tropica rates it medium difficulty, with medium light and low CO2 needs; it grows fairly quickly. Attach it to driftwood or roots, where its hanging growth adds depth and contrast. Trim often with scissors to keep a good shape. Water figures are our estimate, not from the sources. Sources: Tropica (tropica.com/en/plants). Checked October 2026.

Breeding

Cut pieces and tie them onto wood. Tropica supplies it as tissue culture in cups.

Compatibility and tank mates

Great for shrimp and breeding tanks; most fish ignore it.

Last updated 8 October 2026. Community-edited care guide on Aquatic-Auctions.

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