A patch of hardy aquatic moss for your tank.
Carpeted Java Moss – Quick Overview
Scientific Name: Taxiphyllum barbieri
Type: Moss
Growth Habit: Creeping when tied down – can form dense carpets
Light Requirement: Low to medium
CO₂ Requirement: Optional (faster growth with CO₂)
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
Carpeting Tips:
Tie or glue moss to mesh, rocks, or driftwood and lay flat
Trim regularly to encourage horizontal spreading and density
Will carpet over time with good light and nutrients
Suitable for low-tech and shrimp tanks
Water Parameters:
Temperature: 68–78°F (20–26°C)
pH: 6.0–7.5
Hardness: Soft to medium-hard water
Benefits:
Provides cover for fry and shrimp
Traps detritus (needs occasional cleaning)
Very hardy and adaptable
Perfect for beginners wanting a natural-looking carpet without high light or CO₂ systems.
A patch of hardy aquatic moss for your tank.
Carpeted Java Moss – Quick Overview
Scientific Name: Taxiphyllum barbieri
Type: Moss
Growth Habit: Creeping when tied down – can form dense carpets
Light Requirement: Low to medium
CO₂ Requirement: Optional (faster growth with CO₂)
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
Carpeting Tips:
Tie or glue moss to mesh, rocks, or driftwood and lay flat
Trim regularly to encourage horizontal spreading and density
Will carpet over time with good light and nutrients
Suitable for low-tech and shrimp tanks
Water Parameters:
Temperature: 68–78°F (20–26°C)
pH: 6.0–7.5
Hardness: Soft to medium-hard water
Benefits:
Provides cover for fry and shrimp
Traps detritus (needs occasional cleaning)
Very hardy and adaptable
Perfect for beginners wanting a natural-looking carpet without high light or CO₂ systems.
