Java Moss on Driftwood

Plant Profile

Common Names: Java Moss, Vesicularia dubyana

We have taken the absolute most legendary and bulletproof plant in the hobby and pre-attached a lush layer of it directly onto a clean 4-inch piece of natural driftwood. Famous for its thin, deep green fronds and near-indestructible nature, Java Moss is a favorite among absolute beginners and expert breeders alike. It easily handles low lighting and an incredibly wide range of tank conditions, transforming a plain piece of wood into an ancient-looking, weathered riverbed feature the moment it drops into your tank.

Key Features & Benefits

• Arrives pre-wrapped and established on a 4-inch wood base, allowing you to establish an instant midground accent without the frustration of floating plant parts.
• The thick, interlocking web of fine green fronds traps passing organic particles, creating a non-stop foraging playground for dwarf shrimp and a perfect hideout for baby fish fry.
• The gradual spreading of the moss naturally softens the wood's edges, giving your aquarium an authentic, mature, and wild ecosystem appearance.

Care & Planting Instructions

• Place the 4-inch driftwood stick directly onto your substrate, or wedge it securely into your rockwork to add immediate vertical dimension to your layout.
• Since this is a natural, dry piece of wood, it may try to float for a short period. Simply anchor it down with a clean rock for a few days until it is fully waterlogged.
• Keep your water conditions stable. While Java Moss is famously resilient, sudden and extreme swings in aquarium chemistry can stress the plant and cause melting.
• Give the moss a haircut occasionally with sharp aquascaping shears; regular pruning keeps the growth looking neat and encourages the under-layers to grow back even thicker.
• Ready to spread the green? Simply cut or rip away a healthy clump of new growth and tie or glue it onto other rocks and wood throughout your tank.

Quick Facts

Listed information should be treated as general guidelines only. Team Buce Plant encourages you to do thorough research to ensure healthy growth!

• Family Name: Hypnaceae
• Origin: Southeast Asia (Cultivated Combo)
• Dimensions: Approx 4" long
• Growth Rate: Moderate
• Lighting Needs: Low to Medium
• Temperature Range: 72 to 82° Fahrenheit
• pH Range: 6.0 to 7.5
• Care: Easy
• Co2: Not necessary
• Propagation: Cut, rip, or separate moss clumps