Description
Taxiphyllum barbieri (Java Moss) is an aquatic moss that is very popular among aquarium hobbyists and aquascapers. They are versatile and easy to care for. It was named after the island in Indonesia, which can be found between Sumatra and Bali. Small, visually pleasing, and robust, the Java Moss offers a little haven for many fish who wish to take cover, lay their eggs or feed on the scraps of microorganisms this moss provides. Java Moss is native to Southeast Asia, appearing in countries such as: Japan, Java, the Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam, Philippines, and the East Indian ocean islands.