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Glossostigma elatinoides – Live Aquarium Plant (Tissue Culture / In-Vitro Pot)

Glossostigma elatinoides is a classic and highly popular foreground carpeting plant, valued for its small, bright green leaves and dense, low-growing habit. When grown under the right conditions, it forms a vibrant, natural carpet that enhances depth and scale in planted aquariums.

Supplied as a tissue culture (in-vitro) pot, this plant is grown in sterile conditions and is guaranteed free from snails, algae, and pests, making it ideal for shrimp tanks and sensitive aquascapes.

This listing is for one sealed tissue culture pot of Glossostigma elatinoides.

 

Why Choose Glossostigma elatinoides?

  • Classic foreground carpeting plant

  • Small leaves create a fine, detailed carpet

  • Bright green colour enhances aquascapes

  • Tissue culture pot is pest- and algae-free

  • Ideal for shrimp tanks and high-detail layouts

  • Can be split into many small portions

 

Planting & Care Tips

  • Rinse off all gel before planting

  • Split into small clumps and plant evenly

  • Medium–high light encourages low growth

  • CO₂ and nutrients help prevent vertical stretching

  • Ideal temperature: 20–28°C

 

What You Receive

  • 1x sealed tissue culture pot of Glossostigma elatinoides

  • Grown in sterile conditions, ready to plant

 

Important Notes

  • Tissue culture plants may appear smaller initially

  • Growth accelerates once established in the aquarium

Glossostigma elatinoides (Tissue Culture / In-Vitro Pot)

SKU: VP004
£6.50Price
    • Species: Glossostigma elatinoides
    • Format: Tissue culture / In-vitro pot
    • Growth Rate: Fast (with suitable conditions)
    • Lighting: Medium–High
    • Placement: Foreground / Carpet
    • CO₂: Recommended for best results
    • Difficulty: Moderate
    • Safe For: Shrimp, snails, fry, community tanks
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