{"id":4974819770470,"title":"Glossostigma","handle":"glossostigma","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background: white;\" lang=\"DE\"\u003eGlossostigma\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGlossostigma \u003c\/strong\u003e(\u003cem\u003eGlossostigma elatinoides\u003c\/em\u003e) is a very small, lawn-forming aquarium plant with crawling shoots and spatula-shaped leaves, which is wildly popular in Japanese-styled aquaria. The \u003cstrong\u003eGlossostigma \u003c\/strong\u003eleaves have a distinct midrib, while the veins of the leaves are fan-shaped, similar to the leaves of the ginkgo tree. Despite their size, these plants shouldn't be underestimated, as they do require adequate care to grow properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor whom is the Glossostigma suited?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the \u003cstrong\u003eGlossostigma\u003c\/strong\u003e certainly isn't the most challenging aquarium plant to grow, it does require a certain level of care that beginners may not be able to offer it. To grow well, it requires sufficient amounts of light, CO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e, as well as trace elements which can be supplemented through fertilizers. It is easy to recognize whether the \u003cstrong\u003eGlossostigma\u003c\/strong\u003e is getting enough light: At insufficient levels, the plant will start to gain height, while with sufficient levels, it will begin to cover the floor of your tank rather quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are they like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese small plants will, under the right conditions, form a beautiful green lawn at the bottom of your aquarium, which is precisely why they are so popular. They make for a lovely decorative addition to your tank, and they are especially popular among hobbyists who keep freshwater shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe ideal conditions for the Glossostigma\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs previously mentioned, the \u003cstrong\u003eGlossostigma\u003c\/strong\u003e requires a lot of intense light to thrive, as well as adequate CO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e and trace elements. They grow best in waters that as slightly acidic, and have a wide temperature tolerance from 4 °C – 30 °C. The hardness of the water doesn't matter for the growth of these green beauties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e *All Plants may contain snails or snail eggs. 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