Growth States
Available FormEmersed / Submersed
Transition DifficultyMedium
Melt RiskModerate
Adaptation Time14 Days
Description
Overview: Glossostigma was one of the first carpeting plants made famous by Takashi Amano in the 1980s. It features small, tongue-shaped leaves and grows extremely fast under the right conditions. It absolutely requires high light and CO2; if light is insufficient, it will grow vertically instead of carpeting. It creates a very classic, bright green "Nature Style" carpet.
Maintenance Score
7/10High Maintenance
Visual Impact
7/10High Texture
Requirements
CO2 LevelRequired
Growth RateFast
Light LevelHigh
FertilizerMedium
Max Heightn/a cm
ExperienceAdvanced
Care & Design
Trimming
Biweekly: Trim tops and replant healthy stems as needed.
Propagation
Cuttings, runners, or division depending on species.
Recommended Styles
natureiwagumiislandnanominimalist
Glossostigma may show different leaf size and texture between emersed and submersed growth.
Common Issues
- • Melt during transition
- • Algae on older leaves
Water Parameters
Temperature
22–28°C
pH Range
6–7.5
Hardness (GH)
2–12 dGH
Physical Traits
Leaf Shape
oval
Texture
medium
Growth Pattern
stem
Color Profile
green
Placement & Sensitivity
Placement Depth
any
Grouping Size
4+
Algae Sensitivity
moderate
Nutrient Sensitivity
moderate
Density
moderate
Leaf Descriptions
Emersed Form
Emersed leaves of Glossostigma are adapted to air growth and typically differ in thickness/shape.
Submersed Form
Submersed leaves of Glossostigma are optimized for underwater flow and nutrient uptake.
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