Riccardia chamedryfolia

Riccardia chamedryfolia, also known as Coral Moss, is a premium liverwort loved for its compact, coral-like branching and rich, deep-green color. This highly decorative moss forms intricate, cushion-like mats that cling tightly to driftwood, stones, or bonsai-style hardscape, creating a natural miniature forest effect. Its fine texture and three-dimensional growth make it ideal for high-end aquascapes, shrimp tanks, and nano setups where every detail counts.

Slow-growing and naturally algae-resistant, Riccardia chamedryfolia thrives in low to medium light and benefits from gentle water flow and stable parameters. It requires minimal trimming and provides excellent microhabitats for shrimp and fry. Whether used as a foreground carpet, attached to vertical wood, or shaped into aquascaping accents, this plant delivers a striking, long-lasting aesthetic with minimal maintenance.

Difficulty: Easy to moderate (slow-growing but hardy)
Light Requirement: Low to medium
pH Range: 5.5 – 7.5
Temperature: 68 – 78 °F (20 – 26 °C)
Placement: Foreground, hardscape, or accent moss wall
Growth Rate: Slow
CO₂ Requirement: Not required but enhances growth and compact form
Propagation: Fragmentation; simply cut and reattach clumps