Glossostigma

Glossostigma elmanianum

Família : Phrymaceae

PlantaÁgua docecarpet

Glossostigma is a foreground plant widely used to create a dense, low carpet in aquariums.

Estado IUCN
LC
Pouco preocupante
Bioma
Rivières et récifs australiens, faune endémique.

Descrição

This plant has small oval light green leaves (5-10 mm) on creeping stems. It grows quickly and forms a dense carpet if light is high and CO2 present. It is similar to Hemianthus callitrichoides but with slightly larger leaves. Very popular in aquascaping.

Habitat

Região :

This plant grows in wetlands and marshes, often along lake and river edges, on clay or sandy soils.

Distribuição :

Parâmetros recomendados

Temperatura2228 °C
pH67
GH28 °dGH
KH15 °dKH
NO₃
≤ 10 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 0.2 mg/L

Cuidados

Dificuldade
4/5
Dieta
Fotossintético
Aquário mín.
30 L
Grupo mín.
1
Tamanho adulto
3 cm
Esperança de vida
2 anos
Temperamento
Pacífico
Propagação

Notas de cuidados

Demanding. Temperature 22-28°C, pH 6.0-7.0, low hardness. High light (1W/L or more). CO2 essential. Nutrient-rich substrate and liquid fertilizers. Regular trimming to prevent it from growing tall. Sensitive to algae. Suitable for experienced aquarists.

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