Marimo ( Cladophora aegagrophila )

The small green algae ball, with its round body, is like an elf in the water, lovable; the green algae grows very slowly, less than 1 centimeter a year, but this small body is burdened with the responsibility of protecting love. The origin of responsibility comes from a poignant love story, which is the legend of the love slave.

Green algae balls are popular all over Japan. I don’t know if it’s because of this legend or because of its funny and cute appearance.

Light needs: Moderate

Growth rate: slow

Breeding Difficulty: Easy

CO2 demand: low demand