Glossostigma elatinoides, commonly referred to as 'Glosso'. It is a popular aquatic plant among aquarium enthusiasts, prized for its vibrant green color and carpeting growth habit. Originating from New Zealand, this delicate plant features small, rounded leaves and spreads quickly, forming a dense, lush carpet along the substrate of freshwater aquariums.

Characteristics:

The scientific name is Glossostigma elatinoides, commonly known as Glosso, and it belongs to the Scrophulariaceae family. Native to New Zealand, this plant has bright green leaves and a fast growth rate, typically reaching a height of 2-3 cm (0.8-1.2 inches). It requires high to very high light and high CO2 supplementation to thrive.

Care and Maintenance:

To maintain a healthy and thriving Glossostigma elatinoides carpet, it's essential to provide high-intensity lighting and consistent CO2 supplementation. This plant also benefits from a nutrient-rich substrate and regular fertilization. With proper care, Glosso will quickly cover the aquarium floor, providing an attractive, natural look.

Aquascaping Tips:

Glossostigma elatinoides is ideal for foreground placement, creating a seamless, green carpet effect. It is perfect for Dutch and Nature-style aquascapes, adding texture and visual interest. Plant in small clusters, spacing them a few centimeters apart to encourage spreading. Regular trimming is necessary to prevent overgrowth and maintain a neat appearance.

Glossostigma elatinoides is a beautiful and versatile plant, making it a favorite choice for aquarists seeking to create stunning underwater landscapes.

 WHAT WE GUARANTEE

24 Hours Live Arrival Guarantee* - In a rare case of live stocks dead on arrival, we must be notified within 24 hours by the same day of delivery. Please take clear photos of the damaged product and send it to us within 24 hours.  Live Arrival Guarantee will be void after 24 hours of delivery. All replacements are considered final and we will not replace the replacement.

1. Picture requirements: Take at least 2 clear photos of damaged product in their original, unopened & sealed transparent packing and send photos and orders information to our email within 24 hours: aquariumplantsfactory@gmail.com 
2. Please do not take picture of damaged plants, or animals in your aquarium. Once they have been introduced to your aquarium's ecosystem. It is no longer covered by our guarantee.

Please be aware that our Live Arrival Guarantee is subject to certain conditions. Specifically, the guarantee will not be applicable in cases where the package is marked as 'invalid address', 'undeliverable' or is 'returned to sender.' This includes situations such as a vacant delivery address, a missing apartment number, or any other issues that prevent the postal service from delivering your package.

It is crucial to provide accurate and complete shipping information to ensure the successful delivery of your order and the applicability of the Live Arrival Guarantee.

Please keep in mind that Live Arrival Guarantee only guarantees that live stocks will be alive upon arrival. We cannot guarantee that you will continue to have success with them. Many factors, including the aquarium environment, water quality, nutrient, temperature, lighting, filter, and CO2 system, can contribute to the failure to grow live plants and live animals.

WHAT WE CAN'T GUARANTEE

Even though our plants are very clean, but we can't guarantee they will be 100% pest-free because we cannot be responsible for your aquarium. Please use it at your own risk. We recommended all customers rinse the plants with clean water and quarantine them before use.

However, plants in tissue culture will be 100% free from pests, algae and never have been contacting with any aquarium.

1. Due to the nature of the product. We don't guarantee our plants will be pests free. ( snails, algae, hitchhikers )
2. We don't guarantee our plants will be free of pesticides. We use homemade, organic pesticides in our greenhouse to control pests. We do not use pesticides that contain copper. Copper is toxic to invertebrates such as aquatic snails, crabs, shrimps, etc
3. We don't guarantee your aquarium success or are responsible for your aquarium inhabitant including but not limited to fish, shrimp, snail, turtle, etc. So please quarantine all plants when use!
4. Unless specific, we don't guarantee aquatic plants will be grow emerged or submerge.