Water moss, willow moss Fontinalis antipyretica

Water moss, willow moss
Fontinalis antipyretica

This aquatic moss is an evergreen perennial and has round or triangular branched stems. These can grow to 20-25cm (8-20") long and have olive green moss-like leaves, these grow directly from the stem and overlap each other like scales.
. Grow in shallow water in full light where the plants can be anchored to boulders to form a dense carpet and is a superb oxygenator. Excellent in moving water.

Height 8cm (3") Spread indefinite
Water depth to 45cm (18")
Hardy
Sun or shade
Propagation bunched cuttings