Subwassertang Moss (Round Pellia)

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Subwassertang Moss (Round Pellia)

Loose Portion

Sale price
$5.99
Regular price
$9.99
Loose Portion

Subwassertang Moss – Unique Liverwort for Naturalistic Aquascapes

Subwassertang Moss (Lomariopsis lineata), also known as Round Pellia or Loma Fern, is a captivating, beginner-friendly aquatic plant prized for its translucent, ruffled fronds and gentle, flowing appearance. Though often mistaken for a moss or seaweed, this plant is technically the prothallus (juvenile stage) of a fern. First gaining popularity in Southeast Asia, Subwassertang is now beloved worldwide for its low-maintenance care and versatile aquascaping applications.

Ideal for planted aquariums of all sizes, it attaches easily to wood, rock, or decor, forming lush, bushy clusters over time. Whether used in nano tanks, shrimp setups, or nature-style layouts, Subwassertang brings a soft, forest-floor look and provides valuable shelter for aquatic invertebrates.


🌿 Key Features of Subwassertang Moss

  • Scientific Name: Lomariopsis lineata

  • Common Names: Subwassertang, Round Pellia, Loma Fern

  • Plant Type: Liverwort / Prothallus (fern gametophyte)

  • Leaf Form: Rounded, frilly, translucent green fronds forming dense, tangled mats

  • Epiphytic Nature: Can be tucked or glued onto driftwood, rocks, or decor—eventually self-attaching

  • Ideal for Beginners: Grows in a wide range of water parameters and lighting levels


Optimal Growing Conditions

  • Lighting: Low to medium

  • CO₂: Not required (optional for faster, denser growth)

  • Substrate: Not needed—attach to hardscape or let it float

  • Water Parameters:

    • pH: 6.0–7.8

    • Temperature: 59–82°F (15–28°C)


🐠 Aquascaping Benefits

  • Natural Look: Adds texture and visual interest with its soft, flowing form

  • Shelter for Shrimp & Fry: Provides hiding spaces and grazing areas for shrimp, baby fish, and microfauna

  • Minimal Maintenance: Slow-growing and resistant to algae—ideal for long-term scapes

  • Floating or Attached: Can be used as a floating plant or fixed to stone, wood, or mesh


🌱 Why Choose Subwassertang Moss?

Unlike traditional mosses, Subwassertang Moss offers a unique visual and textural experience with its rounded, vibrant fronds. It stands out in shaded aquascapes, complements rock and wood layouts, and requires little maintenance, making it a favorite for low-tech and nature-style setups alike. For aquarists who want something different—yet easy—this is the perfect choice.


📦 What You’ll Receive

  • Loose Portion: Includes a small, loose portion of Subwassertang Moss (approx. 2" x 2")

  • Ready to Use: Can be attached directly to your aquascaping elements with glue, thread, or simply tucked into crevices


🔒 Disclaimer

Photos shown are sample representations. Actual portions may vary slightly in size and density. Unless stated otherwise, plants may arrive in either emersed or submerged form and may carry natural variability in color and shape. Not guaranteed to be free of pests or pesticides.


⚠️ State Restrictions Notice ♻️ Be a Responsible Aquatic Plants Owner

Never release Subwassertang Moss—or any aquarium plant—into natural waterways. Doing so can disrupt local ecosystems. Dispose of any unwanted portions responsibly to help preserve aquatic biodiversity.

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      2. Please do not take picture of damaged plants, or animals in your aquarium. Once they have been introduced to your aquarium's ecosystem. It is no longer covered by our guarantee.

      Please be aware that our Live Arrival Guarantee is subject to certain conditions. Specifically, the guarantee will not be applicable in cases where the package is marked as 'invalid address', 'undeliverable' or is 'returned to sender.' This includes situations such as a vacant delivery address, a missing apartment number, or any other issues that prevent the postal service from delivering your package.

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      WHAT WE CAN'T GUARANTEE

      Even though our plants are very clean, but we can't guarantee they will be 100% pest-free because we cannot be responsible for your aquarium. Please use it at your own risk. We recommended all customers rinse the plants with clean water and quarantine them before use.

      However, plants in tissue culture will be 100% free from pests, algae and never have been contacting with any aquarium.

      1. Due to the nature of the product. We don't guarantee our plants will be pests free. ( snails, algae, hitchhikers )
      2. We don't guarantee our plants will be free of pesticides. We use homemade, organic pesticides in our greenhouse to control pests. We do not use pesticides that contain copper. Copper is toxic to invertebrates such as aquatic snails, crabs, shrimps, etc
      3. We don't guarantee your aquarium success or are responsible for your aquarium inhabitant including but not limited to fish, shrimp, snail, turtle, etc. So please quarantine all plants when use!
      4. Unless specific, we don't guarantee aquatic plants will be grow emerged or submerge.

      Please review your state's regulations on restricted plants, as we are committed to not shipping plants that are restricted in your area. Do not release any plants into the wild or waterways, as this can harm local ecosystems by introducing invasive species.

      Your cooperation in protecting the environment is appreciated. For continuously updated information, refer to the USDA State Noxious Weed list here.

      Thank you for your responsible commitment to environmental preservation.

      Customer Reviews

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      Alexander S. (United States)
      Careful with sanitizing this plant

      I’m anti-pest snail, and as such I use bleach to clean up hitch hikers. I know that susswassertang is a delicate plant, so I tried for a 30 second dip. Unfortunately, the vast majority of my susswassertang melted into nothingness, with a few shreds left here and there.

      As far as the plants themselves, they arrived green and healthy, however they’re very messy, more like trimmings or pluckings than an individual plant. Definitely tie it loosely to some hardscape in a bunch and hope it doesn’t slip loose.

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      John C.L.(. (United States)
      Moss

      Came in good shape and very quickly. Really packed well. Will do business again

      B
      Brad (United States)
      Shredded Lettuce

      Ordered 2 subwassertang plants and received 2 bags of shreds. Not happy.

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      Jared L. (United States)
      This moss is the coolest moss imo

      This moss is sooo green and has stayed this hunter green since I got it. No browning. On top of the color, it just looks so cool. My other moss has turned brown, not this.

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      Joseph M. (United States)
      Poof! Gone!

      Arrived practically melted. Hit the water and parts floated off in every direction.

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      Jen (United States)
      “Loose portion” = teeny tiny chopped pieces

      The description should clarify how small the cuttings really are. If you try to put it directly in your tank as it, it will go EVERYWHERE. Be prepared to have extra supplies on hand to somewhat tame it. Very disappointed.

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