Java Moss - The Versatile, Carpeting Aquarium Classic Product Name: Java Moss (Taxiphyllum barbieri) – Portion or Mat Difficulty Level: Very Easy Light Requirements: Low to High Growth Rate: Medium to Fast Placement: Carpet, Wall, Decoration, or Floating CO2: Not Required Why Choose Java Moss? ✔ Instant Aquascaping – Attaches to rocks, wood, and mesh ✔ Shrimp & Fry Paradise – Provides biofilm and hiding places ✔ No Planting Needed – Simply attach and grow ✔ Algae Suppressor – Covers surfaces, limiting algae growth ✔ Forgiving & Tough – Thrives in varied water conditions Ideal For: Beginner aquascapers Shrimp and breeding tanks Creating natural carpets and walls Hiding equipment and filling gaps Plant Description: Java Moss is a hardy, creeping moss with dense, irregular branches and tiny, bright to dark green leaves. It forms lush, tangled mats that create a beautifully aged, natural look in any aquarium. Key Features: Leaf Structure: Tiny (<2mm), overlapping leaves on branching stems Growth Habit: Dense, carpet-forming and attaching Height: 1-4 inches (spreads horizontally, not vertically) Attachment: Grows rhizoids to grip surfaces naturally Care & Maintenance Guide 🌿 Attachment & Placement Methods Carpet: Spread on mesh, place under substrate grid Hardscape: Tie or glue to rocks and driftwood Wall: Attach to plastic canvas or suction cups Free-form: Simply drop in as a floating shelter 💡 Optimal Conditions Factor Requirement Light Low to High (faster in high) Temperature 59-86°F (15-30°C) pH 5.0-8.0 Nutrients Absorbs from water column ⚠️ Important Notes Can collect debris; gently swish or vacuum over it Trimming encourages denser, bushier growth May initially brown when adjusting; usually recovers Can be divided infinitely – simply pull apart Benefits for Your Aquarium ✅ Biological Hub: Harbors infusoria for fry and shrimp ✅ Spawning Aid: Ideal for egg-attaching fish (e.g., killifish) ✅ Water Polishing: Traps fine particulate matter ✅ Design Flexibility: Creates any shape or cover Tank Mates & Compatibility ✔ Perfect With: Shrimp (cherry, amano, ghost) All fry and nano fish Small, peaceful community fish ❌ May Need Monitoring With: Heavy goldfish or cichlids (may uproot) Excess debris/detritus (requires occasional cleaning) Very high heat (growth may slow above 86°F/30°C)