Glossostigma elatinoides – Advanced Carpet Plant for CO₂ Tanks (5cm Pot)

Glossostigma elatinoides – Bright Green Carpet Plant for Aquascaping

Glossostigma elatinoides, often called “Glosso,” is a fast-spreading, bright green carpeting plant ideal for creating lush underwater lawns. It’s one of the most popular choices among beginner and experienced aquascapers alike, thanks to its low profile and vibrant appearance.

While it doesn’t require CO₂ to grow, Glossostigma carpets faster and stays more compact when grown under good LED lighting and in tanks with nutrient-rich substrate.

Lighting Requirements: 6–8 hours/day (strong lighting preferred)
CO₂ Requirements: Not required, but greatly improves compact growth
Care Level: Low maintenance (moderate light + nutrients = best results)
Fertiliser Needs: Benefits from aqua soil or root tablets
Growth Type: Spreading carpet plant
Placement: Foreground
Potential Issues: May yellow or melt slightly during early establishment

Why Choose Glossostigma?

• Ideal for Carpets: Creates a lush, bright green ground cover

• Beginner-Friendly: Grows in low-tech tanks with the right lighting

• Compact Growth: Spreads low and fast with CO₂ and nutrients

• Natural Look: Great for nature-style and Iwagumi aquascapes

• Shrimp & Fry Friendly: Offers cover and grazing space

Care Tips:

• Plant in small clumps spaced 1–2cm apart for quicker spread

• Use root tabs or enriched substrate for strong root development

• Provide consistent moderate to high lighting for healthy carpet formation

• If using no CO₂, trim regularly to prevent upward growth or legginess

• Allow time to recover from transplant melt — new growth usually follows

Supplied in 5cm potted portions by Duthie Aquatics — ready to plant and ideal for transforming your foreground into a vibrant living carpet.