{"product_id":"glossostigma-elatinoides-mat-live-aquarium-carpeting-plant","title":"Glossostigma Elatinoides Mat – Live Aquarium Carpeting Plant","description":"\u003ch3\u003eGlossostigma Elatinoides Mat\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreate an established foreground carpet quickly with a \u003cstrong\u003elarge pre-grown mat of Glossostigma elatinoides\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of the most popular carpeting plants used in planted aquariums and aquascapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than starting with a small pot and waiting for it to spread, this mat provides a substantial amount of established growth which can be planted whole or divided into smaller sections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApproximate Mat Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApprox. 14cm x 9cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs this is a naturally grown live plant, the exact shape and dimensions of each mat will vary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease allow approximately +\/- 3cm variation in length or width.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe product photographs show the typical size, density and appearance of the mats supplied.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Glossostigma Elatinoides\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlossostigma elatinoides, commonly known as \u003cstrong\u003eGlosso\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a small-leaved foreground plant that can form a dense, bright green carpet across the aquarium substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder suitable conditions it spreads horizontally by runners, gradually creating a low-growing carpet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is particularly popular for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAquascaped planted aquariums\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForeground planting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIwagumi-style layouts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFilling areas between rocks and wood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreating a dense green carpet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDividing into several smaller planting sections\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlant Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glossostigma elatinoides\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glosso\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Foreground\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carpeting plant\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium to fast\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium to high\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCO₂:\u003c\/strong\u003e Recommended\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–28°C\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 2–5cm under suitable conditions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Runners \/ division\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLighting \u0026amp; CO₂\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlossostigma performs best under \u003cstrong\u003egood-quality aquarium lighting\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrong lighting encourages the plant to remain compact and spread horizontally. In insufficient light, the plant may begin growing upwards rather than forming a low carpet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCO₂ injection is \u003cstrong\u003erecommended for the best results\u003c\/strong\u003e, particularly if you want to maintain a dense and compact carpet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA nutrient-rich substrate and regular aquarium fertilisation will also help encourage healthy growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Plant\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mat can be planted as one large section or divided into several smaller pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a more natural-looking carpet, divide the mat into smaller sections and plant them a short distance apart. New runners will gradually spread through the substrate and fill the gaps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMake sure the roots are placed into the substrate while keeping the leaves above the substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant – Live Plant\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a \u003cstrong\u003enaturally grown live aquarium plant\u003c\/strong\u003e, so every mat will be slightly different.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural variation can include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDifferences in shape and density\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlight colour variation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLonger or shorter roots\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOccasional pale or yellow older leaves\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlight variation in mat dimensions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome older leaves underneath a dense mat may naturally be lighter due to receiving less light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemporary leaf loss or adjustment can also occur after planting while the plant adapts to different aquarium conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor best results, unpack and plant as soon as possible after delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Glossostigma Suitable for My Aquarium?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlossostigma is not generally considered a low-light beginner carpeting plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the best compact carpet we recommend:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedium to high aquarium lighting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNutrient-rich substrate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegular fertilisation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCO₂ injection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStable aquarium conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your aquarium has weak lighting or limited plant nutrients, slower-growing carpeting plants may be more suitable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat You Will Receive\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 x Glossostigma elatinoides live aquarium plant mat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximate size: 14\u003cstrong\u003ecm x 9cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease allow approximately +\/- 3cm variation due to natural growth.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ashby Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56791509336404,"sku":null,"price":7.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/8981\/9988\/files\/6_25b06eac-a67b-4ad5-917a-7c4b42ebaadc.png?v=1786630768","url":"https:\/\/ashbyaquatics.co.uk\/products\/glossostigma-elatinoides-mat-live-aquarium-carpeting-plant","provider":"Ashby Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}