Java Moss
$7.00 - 5cm X 5cm
Java Moss is a versatile and easy-to-care-for aquarium plant that adds natural greenery and texture to your tank. It can be attached to rocks, driftwood, or other hardscapes, making it perfect for aquascaping and providing a safe hiding spot for fish and shrimp.
Quantity | Price | Discount |
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1-4 | $7.00 | 0% |
5-9 | $6.65 | 5% |
10+ | $6.30 | 10% |
2 in stock
Java Moss (Taxiphyllum barbieri) is one of the most popular and widely used aquarium mosses. It’s an incredibly hardy and adaptable plant that thrives in a variety of tank conditions, making it ideal for beginners and seasoned aquarists alike. Its lush green, branching structure creates a soft, natural look, and it can be easily attached to rocks, driftwood, or other surfaces, adding texture to your aquascape.
This moss grows quickly and requires minimal care. It doesn’t need to be planted in the substrate, and it can also be used to create moss carpets, bonsai-style trees, or other aquascaping elements. Java Moss is also perfect for creating hiding spots for fish, shrimp, and other small invertebrates, providing them with shelter and helping to reduce stress. It’s also effective at absorbing excess nutrients, making it beneficial for water quality in the aquarium.
Detailed Care Requirements
- Temperature: 22°C – 28°C (72°F – 82°F)
- Carbonate Hardness (KH): 3 – 8 dKH
- General Hardness (GH): 4 – 12 dGH
- CO₂: Optional – Java Moss grows well in a variety of tank conditions, including low-tech setups without CO₂.
- Substrate: Java Moss does not need to be planted in the substrate. It can be attached to rocks, driftwood, or other hardscapes.
- Water pH Value: 5.0 – 7.5
- Fertilizer: Optional – While Java Moss can survive with minimal nutrients, a light application of liquid fertiliser will encourage healthy growth.
- Care Input: Low – Java Moss is very easy to care for and requires minimal maintenance.
- Maintenance Difficulty: Easy – Occasional trimming is the main maintenance required to keep it looking tidy and prevent overgrowth.
- Light Provision: Low to moderate light (approx. 0.5 – 1.5 watt per litre) – Java Moss can thrive in low-light aquariums, making it perfect for low-tech setups.
Why Choose Java Moss for Your Aquarium?
Java Moss is an excellent choice for beginner and experienced aquarists alike due to its low-maintenance care and versatility. Whether you’re looking to create a lush, green aquascape, provide hiding places for fish or shrimp, or add texture to your tank, Java Moss is a perfect addition. It’s easy to attach to rocks or driftwood, doesn’t need to be planted in substrate, and thrives in a variety of tank conditions.
Its ability to grow well in low-light conditions, along with its adaptability, makes it a top pick for aquascaping in low-tech aquariums. Java Moss also helps improve water quality by absorbing excess nutrients, making it a great choice for balanced tank environments.
Colour |
Green |
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Difficulty |
Easy |
Lighting |
Low |
Co2 |
Optional |
State |
Submersed |



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