Dwarf glossostigma
Glossostigma elatinoides
Family : Phrymaceae
Very popular carpeting plant for aquascaping. Requires high light and CO₂ to form a dense mat.
Description
Glossostigma elatinoides is a small creeping plant with bright green oval leaves 0.5-1.5 cm. It grows on stolons and forms a very low carpet (1-2 cm) under high light. Leaves are opposite and slightly fleshy. Under ideal conditions, it quickly covers the ground. It flowers emersed with small white flowers. A demanding plant that needs soft, acidic water. Often used in Dutch or natural style aquariums.
Habitat
Region :
Lake shores, slow rivers, wetlands
Distribution :
Recommended parameters
Care
Care notes
Requires intense light (0.7-1 W/L) and CO₂ injection (20-30 mg/L) for a dense carpet. Temperature 20-26°C, pH 5.5-7.0, GH 1-8°dGH, KH 0-4°dKH. Prefers soft, acidic water. Plant small clumps 1-2 cm apart. Trim regularly to 1-2 cm to maintain carpet. Sensitive to iron and potassium deficiencies. Avoid fish that uproot plants. Propagate by dividing stolons.
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