Looking for an easy grow, low tech plant? Read on...
The Java Moss, is one of the the most common aquatic moss kept in the aquarium. It it grown by attaching itself onto aquarium hard scape such as wood, rocks, coconut and can even be attached to piece of mess/net to form a carpet or wall of moss.
It grows under many water conditions, light intensity's and high or low tech tanks. Like many plants growth is faster under high light, however Java Moss will grow well under lower lighting, just a little slower. In high light tanks you will find yourself trimming regularly, but if you keep on top of it this plant will look stunning in your aquarium.
When you first introduce Java moss to your aquarium, simply attached strands to hardscape using a piece of cotton. Over time the Java Moss will attach itself.
The plant can be propagated by cutting off overgrown strands and re-attaching to other pieces of hardscape.
Another great thing about Java moss is its ability to grow above the aquarium. If you have pieces of hardscape such as wood that escape the water then Java Moss will in time works its way up out the the water.
One last thing to note is be sure to keep you water clean and free of debris as this can collect and build up within the Java Moss itself, making it look unsightly.
Other than that, give it a go and enjoy this wonderful plant!
Java Moss growing on wood:
Java Moss portion loose in cup:
Java Moss attached to stick:
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