--- product_id: 193046314 title: "k2aqua 2 Large Marimo Moss Balls, Always Fresh Live Aquarium Plant, Cladophora aegagropila" brand: "k2aqua" price: "$17.18" currency: USD in_stock: true category: "K2aqua" url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/193046314-k2aqua-2-large-marimo-moss-balls-always-fresh-live-aquarium store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # Low maintenance, no CO₂ or fertilizer needed Improves water quality by absorbing nitrates 3-4 cm natural spheres k2aqua 2 Large Marimo Moss Balls, Always Fresh Live Aquarium Plant, Cladophora aegagropila **Brand:** k2aqua **Price:** $17.18 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🪴 Elevate your space with living green gems that purify and mesmerize! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** k2aqua 2 Large Marimo Moss Balls, Always Fresh Live Aquarium Plant, Cladophora aegagropila by k2aqua - **How much does it cost?** $17.18 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/193046314-k2aqua-2-large-marimo-moss-balls-always-fresh-live-aquarium) ## Best For - k2aqua enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted k2aqua brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Effortless Eco-Care:** Enjoy a low-maintenance aquatic plant that thrives in low light without CO₂ injection or fertilizers—perfect for busy professionals. - • **Aquatic Air Purifiers:** Boost your tank’s health by naturally absorbing nitrates and toxins, promoting a balanced and thriving aquatic ecosystem. - • **Nature’s Living Art:** Transform your aquarium with naturally spherical, vibrant green Marimo moss balls that create a calming, organic centerpiece. - • **Versatile Style Statement:** Place them freely on substrate, anchor to décor, or showcase in jars and vases—Marimo moss balls elevate any space with minimalist elegance. - • **Symbol of Everlasting Luck:** Gift a Marimo to signify good fortune and enduring love, a trendy and meaningful addition to your home or office. ## Overview These 2 large Marimo moss balls (3-4 cm diameter) are live aquatic plants known for their unique spherical shape and vibrant green color. They require minimal care, thriving in low light without CO₂ or fertilizers, while naturally improving water quality by absorbing nitrates. Perfect for aquariums, terrariums, or decorative containers, they add a calming, organic aesthetic and symbolize good luck and longevity. ## Description Listing is for 2 marimo around 3-4 cm diameter. Marimo moss balls are suitable for cold water or tropical aquariums or pond. Excellent gift for your friend or loved ones to signify everlasting love.... The Japanese believe that Marimo will bring good luck. Hence, they grow it in a glass bottle with just some water & ceiling light. Water change is only required once every 2 weeks. Marimo is a very popular plant in Japan. The growth rate of Marimo is about 5 mm per year. Hence a giant marimo is about 7 years old! This plant does NOT cause algae problem. Negligible maintenance required. No carbon dioxide injection required for healthy growth. The Marimo is suitable in all shape of vessel, and various lighting conditions. Marimo moss balls are very low maintenance live plant. Marimo moss balls absorb impurities from the water. When they getting brown you have to take them into separate container with water and squeeze them gently few times. You have to repeat it every 6-8 weeks. Sometimes they come from deeper parts where they don't have enough light in their natural environment thats why they might be more brown than green. But with light in the tank they will change colour back to green within a month or so. ## Features - BEAUTIFUL AQUARIUM DECORATION: Their unique appearance makes them a centerpiece aquarium ornament in any small aquarium, and a wonderful addition to aquarium driftwood, aquarium rocks, and other natural decor of a large aquarium. Marimo are also widely popular for use in terarriums, jars, vases, and other containers. SIZE: 3-4 Centimeters - NATURALLY SPHERICAL GREEN BALLS ADD A UNIQUE AND CHARMING TOUCH TO AQUARIUMS: Marimo Moss Balls are naturally formed that create a calming, organic aesthetic in any aquascape. As it is natural/live plant shape is not 100% round like an artificial ball. - EASY TO CARE FOR AND SUITABLE FOR LOW LIGHT AQUARIUMS: Thrive without CO₂ or fertilisers, requiring only occasional rotation and gentle rinsing to maintain shape and colour. - HELPS IMPROVE WATER QUALITY BY ABSORBING NITRATES AND REDUCING TOXINS: Acts as a natural water purifier, supporting a stable and balanced aquatic ecosystem for fish and plants. - VERSATILE AND DECORATIVE – IDEAL FOR FOREFRONT, SHRIMP TANKS, OR NATURAL AQUASCAPES: Can be placed freely on substrate, anchored to décor, or used in bowls and nano tanks for an organic accent. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B086J5374D | | Best Sellers Rank | 6,508 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) 20 in Live Aquarium Plants | | Brand Name | k2aqua | | Colour | Green | | Country Of Origin | United Kingdom | | Customer Reviews | 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (2,163) | | Expected Plant Height Unit | 3.5 Centimetres | | Expected Planting Period | Year-round | | Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor | | Manufacturer | k2aqua | | Material Features | Live aquarium plants | | Moisture Needs | High | | Number of Items | 2 | | Number of Pieces | 2 | | Other Special Features of the Product | Can be used in aquariums, vases, or decorative bowls for aesthetic appeal | | Product Care Instructions | If kept in the tank marimo should be cleaned every 2-3 months depending on tanks condition. If marimo is kept in the vase/jar water needs to be changed weekly. | | Soil Type | Substrate, gravel, sand | | Sunlight Exposure | Low - moderate | | Unit Count | 2.0 count | | expected blooming period | No blossoms | ## Product Details - **Brand:** k2aqua - **Colour:** Green - **Expected blooming period:** No blossoms - **Expected planting period:** Year-round - **Indoor/Outdoor usage:** Indoor - **Material feature:** Live aquarium plants - **Special feature:** Can be used in aquariums, vases, or decorative bowls for aesthetic appeal - **Sunlight exposure:** Low - moderate - **Unit count:** 2.0 count ## Images ![k2aqua 2 Large Marimo Moss Balls, Always Fresh Live Aquarium Plant, Cladophora aegagropila - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51HHV1qrcxL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: How can you keep them on the bottom of a fish tank** A: They should sink to the bottom naturally, when you put them in at first air bubbles may form around them and they might float for a bit, but they will eventually sink. That or you could gently squeeze the air bubbles out whilst they are in the water, be careful not to squeeze too much. **Q: Is this peat moss?** A: No,it's aqua moss,it lives in water and doesn't do well above water **Q: Do you check for zebra mussels** A: I dont know if the seller does but when i heard about the outbreak i immediately checked myn I recommend wearing gloves and just checking through its ‘fur’ but it is unlikely there is any in ‘sellers’ moss balls as they are kept at a home not in a lake wear they could possibly get infected 👍 **Q: Do they come in a discreet packaging ?** A: They just come like a normal delivery but with no obvious indication what is in the parcel ## Frequently Bought Together - k2aqua 2 Large Marimo Moss Balls, Always Fresh Live Aquarium Plant, Cladophora aegagropila K2AQUA - 3X Bunches Java Fern Live Aquarium Plants Microsorum Pteropus Rhizome K2AQUA - Lincolnshire Pond Plants Ltd 5 x Oxygenating Weed Live Pond Plant ELODEA DENSA - Also Aquarium Aquatic Plants --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/193046314-k2aqua-2-large-marimo-moss-balls-always-fresh-live-aquarium](https://www.desertcart.us/products/193046314-k2aqua-2-large-marimo-moss-balls-always-fresh-live-aquarium) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-05-20*