{"product_id":"dennerle-glossostigma-elatinoides-v","title":"Dennerle - Glossostigma elatinoides","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"184\" data-end=\"201\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"184\" data-end=\"201\"\u003eIntroduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"203\" data-end=\"807\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"203\" data-end=\"229\"\u003eGlossostigma elatinoides\u003c\/em\u003e, widely known as \u003cem data-start=\"247\" data-end=\"255\"\u003eGlosso\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem data-start=\"259\" data-end=\"274\"\u003eGlosso Carpet\u003c\/em\u003e, is one of the most iconic carpeting plants in the aquascaping world. Native to New Zealand and parts of Australia, this low-growing, light-loving plant is prized for its ability to form a dense, vibrant green mat across the aquarium substrate. Its small, spoon-shaped leaves and creeping runners make it ideal for creating a lush, professional-looking aquascape, particularly in high-tech or nature-style layouts. This \u003cstrong data-start=\"695\" data-end=\"707\"\u003ein vitro\u003c\/strong\u003e version offers a clean, algae- and pest-free start—perfect for sensitive tanks and pristine setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"809\" data-end=\"831\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"809\" data-end=\"831\"\u003eCare Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"833\" data-end=\"1460\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"833\" data-end=\"942\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"835\" data-end=\"942\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"835\" data-end=\"856\"\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"856\" data-end=\"859\"\u003eTemperature: 22–28°C\u003cbr data-start=\"881\" data-end=\"884\"\u003epH Range: 5.5–7.5\u003cbr data-start=\"903\" data-end=\"906\"\u003eHardness: Soft to medium (2–10°dH)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"944\" data-end=\"1211\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"946\" data-end=\"1211\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"946\" data-end=\"972\"\u003eNutrient Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"972\" data-end=\"975\"\u003eGlosso is nutrient-hungry and thrives in a rich substrate. Regular dosing with complete liquid fertilizers and root tabs is essential. CO₂ injection is highly recommended to promote low, compact growth and prevent vertical stretching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1213\" data-end=\"1460\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1215\" data-end=\"1460\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1215\" data-end=\"1230\"\u003eTank Setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1230\" data-end=\"1233\"\u003eMinimum Tank Size: 20 litres\u003cbr data-start=\"1263\" data-end=\"1266\"\u003eSubstrate: Fine-grain, nutrient-rich soil or sand\u003cbr data-start=\"1317\" data-end=\"1320\"\u003eDecorations: Best planted directly into substrate\u003cbr data-start=\"1371\" data-end=\"1374\"\u003eLighting: High intensity required for proper carpeting\u003cbr data-start=\"1430\" data-end=\"1433\"\u003eCO₂: Strongly recommended\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1462\" data-end=\"1476\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1462\" data-end=\"1476\"\u003eCare Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1478\" data-end=\"1840\" class=\"\"\u003eWhen planting from in vitro, rinse the culture gel off thoroughly and split the clump into many small pieces. Plant each segment individually with tweezers, spaced a few centimetres apart to encourage even spreading. Trim often to encourage lateral growth and prevent vertical shoots, especially in lower light setups. Avoid shading it with tall plants or décor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1842\" data-end=\"2143\" class=\"\"\u003eWith its fast growth and striking appearance, \u003cem data-start=\"1888\" data-end=\"1914\"\u003eGlossostigma elatinoides\u003c\/em\u003e is the go-to carpeting plant for high-energy aquascapes. Perfect for creating that magazine-cover foreground, it delivers stunning results when given the right conditions—and rewards the effort with dense, healthy mats of green.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2145\" data-end=\"2358\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2145\" data-end=\"2358\"\u003ePlease note: Product images are for display purposes only. As a natural product, plant appearance will vary.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dennerle","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41174589669509,"sku":"DPL.00800","price":220.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0385\/6331\/5845\/files\/Glosso.jpg?v=1743529161","url":"https:\/\/www.artofaqua.com\/products\/dennerle-glossostigma-elatinoides-v","provider":"Art of Aqua","version":"1.0","type":"link"}