Glossostigma elatinoides is a popular aquatic plant known for its small, bright green leaves and creeping growth habit, ideal for foreground planting in aquariums.
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Sunlight
High light intensity
Watering
Keep submerged or consistently moist
Soil
Nutrient-rich substrate, preferably fine gravel or sand, with good CO2 availability in aquariums.
Temperature
Warm
Habitat
Aquatic, Indoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Requires regular feeding
High light intensity
Promotes compact growth and vibrant color
Keep submerged or consistently moist
Essential for aquatic growth; avoid drying out
Nutrient-rich substrate, preferably fine gravel or sand, with good CO2 availability in aquariums.
Warm
Optimal range for active growth
Aquatic, Indoor, Greenhouse
Requires regular feeding
Especially important with CO2 and high light
Plant Type
Aquatic
Plant Category
Foliage, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Groundcover
Plant Environment
Aquatic, Indoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.02-0.05 m
Spread
0.1-0.3 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Opposite, obovate to spatulate
Flower Size
0.002 m
Optimal Sunlight Lux
50000
Toxic for humans
No
Rating: 0/5
Toxic for pets
No
Rating: 0/5
Edible
No
