Java moss, scientific name Taxiphyllum barbieri. The colloquial name of this moss has been known in the aquarium trade since the mid-20th century, however, initially it referred to a completely different, albeit very similar species – Vesicularia dubyana. because of Similarity suppliers did not see the difference between these two mosses, taking them for one species. By coincidence, Taxiphyllum barbieri pushed Vesicularia dubyana out of home aquariums, taking its place under the name Java Moss.
Comes from tropical regions Southeast Asia. It occurs everywhere along the banks of rivers, lakes, in swamps and other bodies of water, where it grows attached to any surfaces, most often behind stones and driftwood. Growing, moss forms dense soft clusters. A distinctive feature of this species of moss, for example, in comparison with Vesicularia Dubi, is the arrangement and shape of the leaves on the stem. They are close to each other and oriented at an acute angle to the stem. The leaf blade itself is wide and has a lanceolate shape.
Considered one of the most popular plants in the aquarist. It serves as an excellent shelter for fry and as a substrate for spawning. Unpretentious to the hydrochemical composition and water temperature, it is able to grow successfully even in brackish water. because of its structure is quickly contaminated with uneaten food residues and other organic waste, therefore it is recommended to place it in places with good water flow and away from the feeders.
