Glossostigma elatinoides

Glossostigma elatinoides is one of the smallest aquarium plants available, forming a bright green, compact carpet that’s iconic in Japanese?style aquascapes. It stays just 2–3 cm tall and spreads quickly under strong light and CO?. Tropica’s 1?2?Grow cup ensures a clean, algae?free start, making it ideal for high?detail layouts.
Key Features
• One of the smallest aquarium plants (2–3 cm tall)
• Premium carpeting species
• Tissue?culture clean and pest?free
• Demands strong light
• Perfect for Iwagumi and nature aquascapes
Care Level
Advanced
Placement
Foreground

FAQ
Does it need strong light?
Yes — it grows upward if light is too weak.
Does it need CO??
CO? strongly improves growth and carpet density.
How do I plant it?
Split into tiny clumps and space a few cm apart for faster coverage.
Is it beginner?friendly?
No — it’s demanding and best for high?tech setups.