Pheonix Moss ‘Nobilis’

Phoenix Moss (Taxiphyllum ‘Nobilis’) is a striking, slow-growing aquarium moss prized for its unique, spiky, and cascading fronds that resemble miniature palm leaves. Its dense, vibrant green foliage adds depth and texture to aquascapes, creating natural-looking landscapes, vertical accents, and lush carpets in freshwater tanks. Phoenix Moss’s elegant, upward-growing pattern makes it perfect for midground layering, driftwood wrapping, or adding a delicate accent to terrariums and paludariums.

This hardy species adapts well to a wide range of water conditions and lighting, making it suitable for both beginners and advanced aquascapers. It thrives without CO₂ supplementation, though moderate light and nutrients will encourage fuller growth. Phoenix Moss also provides ideal hiding spots for shrimp, fry, and small fish while helping improve water quality by absorbing excess nutrients.

• Scientific Name: Taxiphyllum ‘Nobilis’

• Family: Hypnaceae

• Growth Form: Moss / Carpet / Epiphyte

• Growth Rate: Slow to Moderate

• Lighting Requirements: Low to Moderate

• CO₂ Requirement: Not required

• Tank Placement: Foreground to Midground, Driftwood, Rocks

• Temperature Range: 68–78°F (20–26°C)

• pH Range: 6.0–7.5

• Max Height: 2–4 inches

• Care Level: Easy / Moderate

• Native Region: Cultivar (Hybrid Moss)

Why You’ll Love It:

• Unique, spiky fronds create eye-catching texture and depth

• Perfect for moss walls, carpets, and driftwood accents

• Thrives in low-light, low-tech aquariums

• Provides shelter and grazing surfaces for shrimp, fry, and microfauna

• Slow-growing and easy to maintain, responds well to trimming

• Sold in clumps or mats, ready to attach to rocks, wood, or substrate