Monday, May 28, 2007

Java Moss (Vesicularia dubyana)

 

Other Names: Taxiphyllum moss

Family: Hypnaceae

Water: Temperature at 59 -82 F (15 – 28 C), pH range 5 - 9 , dCH very soft – very hard

Mature Plant Size: 2 inches or more ( 5 cm or more)

Planting Density: 2 inches or more (5 cm or more) apart

Characteristics: A hardy plant which can be attached to wood (with thread) or stones. It likes low light. It is a great hideaway for young fish. If it grows too much, you can prune the plant with scissors. (Be prepared to prune as it grows thickly once it takes hold.)

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

this really is an awesome aquarium plant. I have been keeping java moss in many of my aquariums for sometime. I love using it for egg layers and live bearers. It is also spectacular attached to wood and trimmed to grow nice and compact.