Java Moss/Fern?

Okay, I breed guppies, and I've heard people say that Java Moss or Java Fern is good for breeding. I've never had live plants in my tank, and I'm planning to get some Java Moss or Java Fern.



So my questions are, what care is needed? Should I get the Moss, or the Fern? Do I need a special light? Do I need special fertilizer?



Because if it doesn't require much care, I'll probably get one, for my guppy fry's sake.



I'll choose best answer and I'll appreciate all answers.

Thanks!

Java Moss/Fern?
here is a pic and a little info on java moss:

http://www.thinkfish.co.uk/plant/Java_Mo...

and java fern:

http://www.thinkfish.co.uk/plant/Java_Fe...

i would reccomend java moss as guppies are small enough to hide in it but the big guppies have a hard time getting to them. i believe it is safer for them.

the jave moss will grow onto anything hard, and spread from it, so you might need to trim it back, as you do with all plants every now and then. as stated earlier, i would recoment java moss, but both are great options. why not get both, space permitting? just any average light should do as long as it penetrates the water and reaches the plant. you do not need any special fertilizer. you can if you want, but it is not a nessesity. it jsut makes the plant grow faster, pretty much.

best of luck =]
Reply:They are both lowlight plants, so as long as you have fluorescent lights on top for a good amount of the day they will be fine. I'd say the moss would be better for the frys sake. I've never found the moss in pet stores, only the java fern, so you might have to order it online.
Reply:The moss would be the best choice, you can either tie/weigh it down or attach it at the surface of the water.



Both do well in low light, the moss would be best for the fry, and the older fish would love to hide in the fern.

augmon