Mayaca fluviatilis – Live Aquarium Plant (Stream Bogmoss)
Description:
Add a soft, lush texture to your aquascape with Mayaca fluviatilis, also known as Stream Bogmoss. This elegant stem plant features thin, needle-like leaves that create a feathery, flowing look—ideal for midground to background planting. Native to the Americas, Mayaca thrives in soft, slightly acidic water and responds well to trimming and propagation.
Its bright green coloration and fine texture provide excellent contrast to broader-leaved species, making it a favorite for nature-style and Dutch aquascapes.
Key Features:
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? Scientific Name: Mayaca fluviatilis
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? Common Name: Stream Bogmoss
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? Growth Height: 6–16 inches
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? Light Requirement: Medium to High
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? CO₂: Beneficial for faster growth and deeper color
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?️ Temperature Range: 68–82°F (20–28°C)
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? pH: 5.5–7.0
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? Placement: Midground to Background
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? Propagation: Cuttings (top or side shoots)
Care Tips:
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Grows best in soft, slightly acidic water.
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Regular trimming encourages bushier, denser growth.
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Root tabs or liquid fertilizers help maintain vibrant green color.
Mayaca Fluviatilis is a bushy stem plant that sort of resembles a cross between Rotala Wallichi and Cabomba. It can be found growing in the swaps of Southern US and South America. The leaves are thin and fragile and can create a spectacular bush of green when grown in large clusters.
This plant can be great for beginners because it is hardy and does not require CO2 injection. It does prefer a nutrient-rich environment and clean water. Mayaca requires moderate light or the lower parts of the stems can start to turn yellow and die off. It is propagated through cuttings that easily take root in the substrate. Mayaca can be grown submersed or emersed. Propagation is simple and straight forward. Like any other stem plant, simply cut and replace the trimmings.
Note: You may receive this plant in its emersed or submerged form depending on availability and seasonality.
