Vesicularia ferriei (Weeping Moss)
Weeping moss — downward-trailing fronds with willow-like effect
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Quick Facts
Rating:
Growth rate: Slow
Common name: Weeping Moss
Position in Aquarium: Attach to wood/rock
Grows up to (cm):
Portion Size: 10x7cm
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Vesicularia ferriei, known as weeping moss, is one of the most aesthetically distinctive aquarium mosses available. Its fronds grow in a downward-arching habit — the branch tips curve and trail downward under their own weight — giving it a weeping willow-like appearance when established on an elevated piece of driftwood or overhanging rock. The drooping, cascading growth form is unlike any other common aquarium moss and creates a soft, flowing visual effect that moves gently in water current.
Weeping moss grows in low to medium light without CO2 injection and is tolerant of a range of water conditions. The downward weeping habit is best displayed when the moss is attached to elevated hardscape where the fronds can trail downward freely. Growth is slow but the effect, once established, is very striking and immediately recognisable in any planted layout.
Supplied as a loose portion — attach to wood or rock using fine thread or aquarium-safe glue and allow several weeks to establish before removing the thread. The weeping effect becomes more pronounced as the moss matures and frond length increases. Position on elevated hardscape to best display the trailing habit. Suited to aquariums of 30 litres and above.
Information about growing mosses:
1. Slow growing
Mosses are well known for being relaltively easy to grow. Due to the fact they are slow growing, it means demands are low. This means less light, less fertilisers and less care.
2. Not too much light please
Because all mosses are slow growing, you can't force them to grow quicker. So brighter light and loads of CO2 won't turbo charge them - actually you'll just end up stressing them out. Whilst some will always grow faster than others, mosses take time to get to the stage you want them to be. Patience.
3. Trimming is beneficial
Like all plants, mosses need trimming with a shaprt pair of scissors so don't hold back. Avoid them getting leggy, trim them to keep their shape and they will reward you with better growth which is a deeper green and dense.
Customers praised this aquatic moss for its "excellent quality" and healthy condition upon arrival. Shoppers noted it "grows well" and attaches easily to driftwood and stone, creating attractive aquascapes. Most found generous portions at good value. Some mentioned the moss was fragmented into small pieces, making attachment "a bit fiddly."
- Best moss ever. Condition and quality was far superior to others I've bought elsewhere.
- Quality is the best I've seen so far! Will definitely be buying again.
- I love this moss it looks really good on driftwood and my shrimps love this
D
I have been using aqua essentials for a few years now . All the plants are always super condition and always a good selection is picked by the staff . My tank looks great
Z
Excellent quality plant, growing well. Very happy
B
Brought a few different plants from aquaessential
Excellent service plants were very good Quality and good price can't thank the team enough from the time of ordering to growth in the tank ten days
Brilliant
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Bill Horrell
S
Already growing both above and below water. Very healthy. Very happy!
A
Prompt delivery and as usual good quality plants well packaged.
P
Lovely plant, brilliant sized portion in great condition
A
Nice and green, good amount,
K
Strong and healthy moss.It has already started to grow. :)
K
Good money for very good value.Totally healthy plant.
J
Cant go wrong with this plant attach to wood or stone and it grows spreads,nice moss
D
Arrived in excellent condition and easy to plant, attached it using glue onto some dragon stone and doing nicely.
M
plants arrived in prime condition. attached easily to bog wood by pushing into gaps. all looks great so far (only been a week) very satisfied so far.
R
Came in great condition. Great so far but only been a few weeks
V
Fast Delivery & well packaged, was able to get several plants from the one pot, would recommend
G
very healthy growing well
G
very healthy and growing well
K
i love this moss it looks really good a dirftwood and my shrimps love this some of my fish do aswell. as always the plants from here arrived healthy and fast ive been using aqua essentials for years now i dont get my plants anywhere but here
K
Arrived the same time as the same time as a competitor. This from Aqua Essentials was healthy, vibrant and a good amount & value for money. Everything the other wasn't. Lesson learned even if there's another plant shortage in the future.
P
Product is exactly as described, delivery on time overall excellent product and service
A
Well packaged and presented, super quality, highly delighted with my purchase
L
Started to grow very quickly and is very attractive. Tying them to the rocks was a bit fiddly and I did have fronds floating around the tank. Probably down to my lack of technique.
D
Lovely bright green, Very healthy. I also purchased the clear line and tied the moss to some bog wood it looks lovely.
J
Really healthy plant growing nicely
A
Best moss ever. Condition and quality was far superior to others I’ve bought elsewhere.
R
Again, this arrived in mint condition but unfortunately I had problems securing it to driftwood because it was very fragmented and most of it ended up in the filter . I do think If i had a bit more patience, I could have done a better job securing it
D
Although the plant was in good condition, on opening the package it was apparent that it was made up of too many small pieces. Not suitable for the project I had intended it for and have subsequently moved it on.
R
Arrived in great condition, more in the tub than I was expecting. Early days yet, but attached to driftwood with ease and it\'s staying a nice dark green.
K
Early days but good visible growth and now turning a beautiful dark green. Service from AE was excellent.
M
in perfect condition when reached.
M
Reached in excellent condition, totally green.
D
Arrived quickly as usual. Very green and healthy and doing very well.
R
I used this moss with dragon stone and was able to attach it with ease. It looks very attractive in this combination as well as a few other plants for mid and back ground I would certainly recommend this especially if you want to add a little scale to a rock scape.
J
Wow this is growing already a lovely big amount green and healthy as usual . no one can better Aqua Aessentials for fast post and lovely plants ty +++++++++++++++=
Why does weeping moss trail downward?
The branch tips naturally arch and droop under their own weight as they grow — this is an inherent growth habit, not a sign of poor health.
Does it need CO2 or specialist lighting?
No — Vesicularia ferriei grows in low to medium light without CO2 injection.
Where should I position it for the best effect?
Attach it to elevated hardscape — a branch of driftwood or an overhanging rock — so the fronds can trail downward freely. This displays the weeping habit to best effect.
How do I attach it?
Secure it to wood or rock using fine thread or aquarium-safe glue. Allow several weeks to establish before removing the thread.
Is it suitable for shrimp tanks?
Yes, fully. The trailing fronds provide excellent shelter and grazing surface for shrimp.
