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Taxiphyllum taxirameum

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Taxiphyllum taxirameum
Australian Java Moss
$17.95

Taxiphyllum taxirameum, the Australian Java Moss, is a versatile and resilient aquatic moss native to Australia, South America and Asia. It is a close relative of the widely recognized Java Moss (Taxiphyllum barbieri) and shares many of its desirable characteristics, making it an excellent choice for aquascapers of all levels. This species has a more ornate growth pattern than standard Java Moss however, with branching horizontal fronds similar to Christmas Moss (Vesicularia montagnei).

Australian Java Moss is highly adaptable and can thrive in a wide range of water conditions, from soft to hard water, and in both low and high lighting environments. It is a hardy plant that tolerates varying temperatures, making it suitable for both tropical and temperate tanks. One of the key benefits of this moss is its ease of care—it requires no special attention and can flourish without CO2 supplementation, though it will grow more vigorously with it.

The appearance of Taxiphyllum taxirameum is a cross between Java Moss (Taxiphyllum barbieri) and Christmas Moss (Vesicularia montagnei), but with thicker strands and a denser and more compact growth habit. Its delicate, feathery fronds grow in all directions, forming lush, green carpets or mats when attached to substrates such as rocks, driftwood, or even aquarium backgrounds. This characteristic makes it a popular choice for creating natural-looking aquascapes, where it can be used as ground cover, attached to hardscape elements, or left to float freely.

This moss is a great native choice for providing breeding grounds for small fish, shrimp, and fry. The dense, intertwining structure of the moss offers protection and helps to create a more balanced and thriving aquatic environment. Unique among aquatic mosses, Taxiphyllum taxirameum often also grows with a lighter green, or orange-brown midrib to the strands.

Propagating Australian Java Moss is straightforward, as it can be easily divided and attached to different areas of the tank. Over time, the moss will naturally spread, gradually covering the desired surfaces with its dense greenery. This is a robust and attractive native moss with low maintenance requirements and versatile uses, ideal for most aquariums.

Requirements and information

Temperature:
TropicalWarmCold

Substrate type:
CoarseFine

Substrate nutrients:

Low

Water nutrients:

Medium

Light demand:

Low

CO2:

Low

Height:

Low

Growth rate:

Slow

Growth habit:

Creeping

Difficulty:

Easy

Native to: