Riccardia chamedryfolia IC821

Riccardia chamedryfolia is one of the most attractive mosses that is commonly called “Coral Moss”.

It’s spread over tropical Asia and was found near a small Sulawesi waterfall. Riccardia has a very complex structure.

Driftwood and boulders can be easily stuck to the firm, reef-like, deep green branches.

This is a simple moss that grows in moderate light; CO₂ is not required, but it does promote healthy, vital development.

In the aquarium world, Riccardi Chamedryfolia and Riccardia graeffei are two different varieties of Riccardi.

It grows quite solid, slender, ascending branches that are more or less pinnately branched.

Riccardi can be glued, knotted, or simply filled in hardscape cracks and gaps (rocks and woods).

In Aquascaping, Riccardia sp. “Chamedryfolia” can be used to embellish wood and rocks in a variety of ways.

It’s also a good choice for nano aquariums because of its structure and slow growth.

Care tips

• Low to moderate light requirements
• Little to no supplements are needed