Glossostigma elantoides

Glossostigma elatinoides is a very popular plant for Japanese-style tanks. It is one of the smallest aquarium plants, which makes it ideal for the foreground. A difficult-to-care-for plant that needs a lot of light. If the lighting is too weak, it tends to grow upwards. Must not be shaded off by larger plants. When planting, make small tufts (approx. 1/8 of the pot) and plant at a distance of only a few centimetres. Thus you will get a ground-covering group in less time. The injection of CO2 and soft water enhance growth considerably.

Plant info
Type: Carpeting
Place of origin: New Zealand
Maximum height: 2 – 3+ cm
Growth rate: Low, ground cover
Lighting: High, at least 2 watts per litre of water
CO2: High
Demands: Difficult
Position range: Front
Type: Planted
Substrate: Small granulated gravel or sand
Propagation: replant cuttings
Temperature range: 21 – 30°C
pH: 5.5-7.5
Hardness: DH of not over 4