Taxiphyllum Barbieri Carpet

This is the famous java moss taxiphyllum barbieri which probably needs no introduction.

Taxiphyllum barbieri carpet.

The former was the original scientific name and after a scientific reclassification it got changed to the later. Java moss taxiphyllum barbieri. Taxiphyllum barbieri the plant is 3 10 cm thick grows willingly on any surface without any problem the plant is perfect for decoration of stones installation in the aquarium tree roots. The fancy names for it are vesicularia dubyana aka christmas moss or taxiphyllum barbieri.

Java moss comes from the hypnaceae family and the more you learn about it the more you realize what a fascinating plant it is. Taxiphyllum barbieri also known as java moss. Java moss is a vibrant green moss that is particularly excellent for aquariums that house fish snails and dwarf shrimp as it provides biofilm hiding places and security for all aquarium inhabitants. This aquatic moss is considered a must have for shrimp tanks.

Taxiphyllum barbieri from south east asia is a hardy plant which makes few demands on the water or light. It is easily the most popular and easy to grow live moss in the aquarium hobby. This carpet plants can be a wonderful hiding place for young fish in breeding aquarium. If you ve been keeping shrimp for a while you ve no doubt heard of it.