Glossostigma elatinoides, often called "Glosso," is a popular carpeting plant for aquascapes, admired for its tiny, teardrop-shaped leaves and vibrant green color. Growing close to the substrate, it forms a dense, lush carpet that adds a seamless, natural look to the aquarium foreground. Its delicate stems spread horizontally, creating a soft, cushion-like effect that contrasts beautifully with rocks and driftwood. Ideal for smaller tanks or intricate layouts, Glossostigma elatinoides brings a vibrant, lively aesthetic, making it a favorite among aquascaping enthusiasts seeking a polished, professional finish.

Scientific Name:

Glossostigma elatinoides

Common Name:

Glosso

Type:

Aquatic Plant

Origin:

Australia and New Zealand

Size:

5cm x 5cm Tissue Culture Cup

Description

Glossostigma elatinoides, often known as Glosso, is a popular foreground aquatic plant for creating dense, green carpets in aquariums. Its tiny, round leaves grow in small, creeping clusters, making it ideal for aquascapers who wish to create a lush, natural-looking substrate cover. Glosso is a fast-growing plant that thrives under high light and CO2 injection, forming a vibrant, dense carpet in aquariums. It is especially popular in nature-style aquascapes and planted tanks.

Key Features

• Compact Growth: Forms a low-growing, green carpet in the foreground of aquariums.
• Fast Propagation: Spreads quickly when given high light and CO2, perfect for covering the substrate.
• Popular for Aquascaping: Ideal for nature-style aquascapes due to its small, delicate leaves.
• Tissue Culture Cup: Delivered in a sterile, nutrient-rich medium, ensuring healthy plant growth free from pests.

Care Instructions

• Light: Requires high light levels for optimal growth.
• Water: Soft to moderately hard water is ideal (2-12 dGH).
• Temperature: Prefers temperatures between 22-28°C (72-82°F).
• CO2: Highly recommended for fast growth and dense carpeting.
• Planting: Remove from the tissue culture cup, rinse well, and plant individual portions in the substrate to encourage spreading.

Perfect For

• Foreground in aquariums
• Aquascaping and nature-style planted tanks
• Fish and shrimp tanks with rich substrate
• High-tech aquariums with CO2 injection

Shipping Details

Our Glossostigma elatinoides is shipped in a 5cm x 5cm tissue culture cup to ensure it arrives in perfect condition. We take great care in packaging to protect your plant during shipping, so it’s ready to be planted upon arrival.

Why Choose Us?

At The Guppy Garden, we specialize in high-quality aquatic plants grown in sterile tissue culture. This ensures that your plants are free from pests and algae, giving them the best start in your aquarium. With our expertise, you can be confident that your plants will thrive in their new environment.