Aquarium plant

Glossostigma elatinoides

ForegroundCreeping plant

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Plant overview

Glossostigma elatinoides is a creeping plant for foreground planting. Recorded care includes difficult care and medium light and required CO₂.

Water parameters include temperature 22–26 °C, pH 4.5–7.5, KH 0–14 °dKH, CO₂ 2–4 mg/L.

Planting & care

  • PlacementForeground
  • GrowthCreeping plant
  • LightMedium
  • CO2Required
  • Height2–5 cm

Water conditions

Temperature
22–26 °C
pH
4.5–7.5
Carbonate hardness
0–14 °dKH
CO₂ (mg/L)
2–4 mg/L

Growth & placement

Growth rate
Fast
Propagation
Daughter-plant cuttings

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Phrymaceae
Genus
Glossostigma

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FAQ

Where should Glossostigma elatinoides be planted?

Use it for foreground planting.

What light does Glossostigma elatinoides need?

Light requirement: medium.

What temperature suits Glossostigma elatinoides?

Temperature: 22–26 °C.

How tall does Glossostigma elatinoides grow?

Height: 2–5 cm.