Translucent ruffled fronds create a natural, forest-like look in aquariums
Attaches easily to wood, rock, or decor for versatile placement
Provides shelter and grazing areas for shrimp, fry, and microfauna
Low maintenance and slow growth make it suitable for beginners
Dense clusters form over time for lush, long-term aquascapes
Summarized by Shop
Want the look of moss without the maintenance? Subwassertang forms soft, translucent ruffled fronds that tangle into loose bushy clusters — and despite the name, it isn't a moss at all. It's the gametophyte stage of a fern, which is why it behaves so differently from anything else in the tank.
What You’ll Receive
Loose Portion: Includes
Scientific Name
Lomariopsis lineata
Plant Type
Liverwort (Prothallus fern gametophyte)
Leaf Form
Rounded, frilly, translucent green fronds
Attachment
Epiphytic, can be glued or tucked into crevices
Growth Rate
Slow (becomes faster as established)
Optimal Water Parameters
pH 6.0–7.8, Temperature 59–82°F (15–28°C)
Maximum Size
Approximately 4 inches
Summarized by Shop
4.5
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Beautiful and Vibrant
I am always leery about trying new vendors for live items. The Subwassertang was a brilliant healthy green and fair sized portion. My new goto for plants!
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Stephen · August 13, 2026
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Stephen · May 23, 2026
Beautiful
I’m very happy with my moss! It is absolutely beautiful and a good value for the amount you receive. My fish absolutely love it. Will definitely be ordering again, thank you!