A Marimo ball, also known as a moss ball, is a type of green algae that is native to Japan, Iceland, Estonia, and Scotland. It is a spherical ball-shaped aquatic plant that grows very slowly, usually only a few millimeters per year. The name "Marimo" comes from the Japanese words "mari" meaning ball and "mo" meaning algae.

Marimo balls are also known as lake balls because they are commonly found in freshwater lakes and rivers in their native habitats. They were first discovered in the 1820s and have since become popular around the world due to their unique appearance and ease of care

Marimo balls are also believed to have several health benefits, including the ability to purify the water they live in and reduce the levels of harmful chemicals and pollutants. As such, they are often used in aquariums to help maintain healthy water conditions for fish and other aquatic animals.

Marimo balls are popular as pets, and they are often kept in aquariums or as decorative items in households. They are relatively easy to care for and can live for many years with proper care. To care for a Marimo ball, you should change the water it is in every two weeks or so and give it gentle squeezes to remove any debris or air bubbles that may have become trapped inside. You should also keep the Marimo ball away from direct sunlight and avoid exposing it to extreme temperatures.

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A Marimo ball, also known as a moss ball, is a type of green algae that is native to Japan, Iceland, Estonia, and Scotland. It is a spherical ball-shaped aquatic plant that grows very slowly, usually only a few millimeters per year. The name "Marimo" comes from the Japanese words "mari" meaning ball and "mo" meaning algae.

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Marimo balls are popular as pets, and they are often kept in aquariums or as decorative items in households. They are relatively easy to care for and can live for many years with proper care. To care for a Marimo ball, you should change the water it is in every two weeks or so and give it gentle squeezes to remove any debris or air bubbles that may have become trapped inside. You should also keep the Marimo ball away from direct sunlight and avoid exposing it to extreme temperatures.

In Japan, Marimo balls are considered a national treasure and are protected by law. They are also believed to bring good luck and are sometimes given as gifts to friends and loved ones.

Moss ball can be broken apart to re-generate
Can be attached to rock, driftwood, pad to make a unique shape

Disclaimer: Pictures are not the actual plants you will receive, but a sample representation. Unless specific, we don't guarantee aquatic plants will be free of pests, and pesticides, grow emerged or submerge.

Scientific Name	Cladophora Aegagropila / Aegagropila Linnaei
Common Name	Moss ball, Marimo ball, Lake ball
Placement	Free floating or attached to driftwood, stone, or decoration
CO2	Not required
Growth Rates	Slow
Difficulty Level	Easy
Nutrient Substrate	Not required
Can be grow emerged?	No
Lighting Requirements	Low - High

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Green and Healthy

Moss balls arrived beautifully dark green and healthy looking. Very pleased with my purchase!

So cool

I love these moss balls. They look great when they arrived and the fish love pushing them around.

Excellent

First time getting moss balls and they were great quality.

Fantastic plants, great shipping

APF is my go-to place for aquarium plants, and the anacharis and moss balls in my latest order did not disappoint. Because the order was placed during a brutal heat wave in CA, APF shipped at the fastest possible speed so the plants would arrive healthy. Both the anacharis and moss balls were beautifully green, healthy, and snail-free on arrival. I put them straight into aquariums and my backyard pond and they are currently thriving with minimal die-off - moss balls are still in perfect condition surrounded by very happy shrimp.

Beyond satisfied!!!!

We recently decide... to get our first fish tank... and wanted of course real plants. We visited local aquarium stores here in Phoenix.... and realize they didn’t Carrie many option of freshwater plants... That’s when I came across aquarium plant factory.
If I could rate them 10 stars I would... I ordered Moss balls(5) Anubias Jalapeño(2)
Anubias Petite on Driftwood(2) Anubias Petite ( Loose Rhizome )(6) Cryptocoryne Wendtii 'Green(3) Amazon Sword(2)... I placed my order Wednesday it arrived on Saturday. healthy... green... just prefect...

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