Glossostigma elatinoides, often called Glosso or Glosso Carpet Plant, is one of the most iconic foreground plants in aquascaping.
This tissue culture cup version ensures your plant is 100% pest-free, algae-free, and ready to plant straight into your tank.
With the right conditions, Glossostigma forms a compact, bright green carpet across the substrate — ideal for Iwagumi-style or nature-inspired layouts.
🌿 Plant Information:
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Scientific name: Glossostigma elatinoides
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Common names: Glosso, Glosso Carpet Plant
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Origin: New Zealand and Australia
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Growth rate: Fast (with CO₂ and good light)
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Placement: Foreground (carpeting plant)
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Lighting: High
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CO₂ requirement: Strongly recommended
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Temperature: 22–28 °C
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pH range: 5.5–7.5
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Hardness: Soft to moderate
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Propagation: Divide tissue culture into small clumps and plant individually
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Difficulty level: Moderate to advanced
Care Tips:
Plant small portions about 2–3 cm apart in fine-grain substrate using aquascaping tweezers. Strong lighting, steady CO₂, and balanced nutrients are key to keeping Glossostigma low and compact rather than growing upward.
Why We Love It:
✔ True aquascaping classic for lush green carpets
✔ Premium tissue culture – pest and algae free
✔ Compact, dense foreground coverage
✔ Ideal for high-tech planted aquariums
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