Vesicularia montagnei ‘Christmas’ – Tropica

Vesicularia montagnei 'Christmas' is a Brazilian moss known as Christmas tree moss. Its side branches resemble fir branches, distinguishing it from ordinary Vesicularia dubyana. Growth is around 1–3 cm tall, with the branching pattern providing most of its visual character.

A structured moss for the hardscape

The moss readily attaches to roots and stones. As it spreads, prune it to maintain the branch-like outline instead of allowing the surface to become an indistinct mass. Its structure is easiest to appreciate when the planting is kept shaped.

Compare the level of care

Vesicularia montagnei 'Christmas' grows more slowly and is more demanding than ordinary Java moss. Taxiphyllum barbieri is another moss to compare if you are choosing primarily for a robust, less demanding covering rather than this particular branch pattern.

Select 1-2-Grow! (in vitro) or Portion in the Option menu. The in vitro presentation is supplied from tissue culture in a closed cup, while Portion is a different format of the same Christmas moss. Check the chosen option's availability and select it for the surface you plan to cover. The species and pruning needs remain the same across the two presentations.