Taxiphyllum barbieri ‘Java moss’
One portion is large enough for a 5x5cm thinly spread layer. As with all McMerwe’s self produced plants – we have a snail free and algae free guarantee.
Characteristic:
Difficulty |
Easy (Low Tech or Medium Tech) |
Family | Hypnaceae |
Genus | Taxiphyllum |
Usage | Superglue / Tie to decorations |
Placement | Foreground, midground or background |
Growth | Fast |
Propagation | Cuttings/Splittings |
Can grow emersed? |
Yes |
pH | 5 – 8 |
Temp tolerance |
12 – 34°C |
Source | Flowgrow |
Not sure if this plant will grow in your tank? Check out our ‘will it grow‘ article.
McMerwe’s comment: This is the most common fastest growing and easiest moss available. Most breeders use it as spawning moss for livestock or as a hiding place for shrimp. Because it grows very fast it is not recommended for high tech setups as it will require a lot of maintenance to look great. Its a very good beginner moss. (Review:4/5)
*Please note – The moss you receive will look slightly different from that in the picture as we use different methods to grow it. Over time it will become close to the picture in your tank, depending on your light, ferts and co2 levels.
Wian Thesnaar (verified owner) –
Very healthy and algae – free moss. Perfect for shrimp ?
Ellene Verster (verified owner) –
This is a great quality plant it is clean and healthy and a great addition to any tank!
Lelane Smit (verified owner) –
All the fish loves it , baby fish now has n place to hide
Cindy Pitchford (verified owner) –
Healthy, clean and vibrant. Great product and so easy to care for. I recommend it for anyone new to planted tanks.
ross.pollard (verified owner) –
Delivery was fast, plant was very healthy and has boomed in my tank. Shrimp love it.
nadiadb (verified owner) –
Love this plant and my shrimps love it.
nadiadb (verified owner) –
The plant is grown very wel and is working perfectly in my tank