Description: Taxiphyllum barbieri 'Java Moss' ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ About This Plant Java moss is considered one of the easiest plants in the hobby, which means it doesn't actually have that many requirements. No need for added Co2, nutrient dosing or high lighting. In fact, you don't even have to plant this moss! If you're just growing it to keep your shrimp happy and healthy, you can just toss it into your tank and forget about it. If you don't want to have a pile of moss floating freely through your aquarium, there are a few ways to make the most of it. You can tie the moss to rocks, driftwood or shrimp hides using fishing line or even attach it using superglue. If you're attaching moss to a surface, keep in mind that it does need regular trimming to prevent the layer from becoming too thick. If the moss gets too dense, no water will be able to reach the inner parts, which causes them to starve and turn brown. This, in turn, can cause the entire moss patch to dislodge. Uses in aquascaping. When attached to a surface as described above, this moss makes a very decorative addition to the aquarium. It's a great, easy way to add some green to parts of the tank what would otherwise stay bare! Protection. Fish and fry in general love moss, as its dense structure works very well to provide cover. Shrimp and shrimp fry in particular are very vulnerable and will love being able to use Java moss to hide. This makes it a great addition to community tanks that might contain tankmates with a taste for shrimp, but don't forget to also use moss in your shrimp-only tanks. After all, the more cover you provide, the more your shrimp will venture out into the open. Foraging grounds. We might not always realize it, but our aquariums are filled with life beyond just what we put in there. All plants and surfaces contain tiny living organisms (biofilm/aufwuchs/infusoria) that shrimp and (small) fish will gladly eat. The dense structures of Java moss make an especially great living space for these micro-creatures, which in turn makes it a great foraging location for our fish and shrimp. Add some moss to your shrimp tank and you'll constantly see your shrimp on there, picking off any bits of food they can find. Coldwater aquariums. Java moss can handle a very wide range of temperatures, which makes it a great plant for unheated tanks. Identification - This moss is not the only type of aquarium moss out there. All mosses look and grow a little differently, so make sure you're picking up the right type! • Light Demand Low • Difficulty Level Easy • Water Temperature 65-86 °F • PH 5-8 ****************** I SHIP FAST! Orders go out Monday through Wednesday to avoid weekend shipping delays. Orders placed before noon (Monday-Wednesday) will likely go out same day!
Price: 7.99 USD
Location: Dayton, Ohio
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Water Type: Fresh
Water Temperature: Tropical
Species: Java Moss
Difficulty Level: Beginner
