The ever popular Java Moss, Taxiphyllum barbieri, has been erroneously referred to as "Vesicularia dubyana" for decades and many books and shops may still refer to this moss by this incorrect name. Java Moss is a very hardy plant that does well in a wide variety of conditions, making little demands of water chemistry or light intensity. It will grow on almost any surface, so is ideal for decorating driftwood and rocks, or concealing certain items within the aquarium. It must be tied in place with fishing line or dark cotton to start with, but it will soon take hold and then the bindings can be removed. In the wild, T. barbieri can be found growing in an emersed fashion on fallen tree trunks and hardscape in moist, humid regions. It is also often found on the banks of seasonally flooded rivers. Due to such versatility, Java Moss may be grown emersed in paludariums, providing the air is kept damp and moist. Given CO2 injection and additional fertilisation, Java Moss can grow extremely quickly and will require very regular pruning. It provides a wonderful spawning medium for fish, and is a great hiding place for young fry. Propagation is from fragmented shoots.
We have a huge selection of aquarium plants available to buy in our stores across the UK and online. However, stock availability will vary from store to store so if you are looking to buy aquarium plants, please speak to your local store to check on stock availability before making a journey. Contact details can be found here.
For delivery before Christmas, orders must be placed on or before 3pm on Wednesday 20th December. We cannot guarantee delivery of these orders pre-Christmas as we are reliant on our couriers, but will use our best endeavours to get orders placed on this date out to you before Christmas. For full details of our festive delivery and opening times click here
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