Stoffels Glossostigma elatinoides in-vitro
- Scientific Name: Glossostigma elatinoides
- Common Name: Glosso
- Origin: Australia, New Zealand
- Family: Phrymaceae
- Height: 2-3 cm
- Growth Rate: Fast
- Placement in Tank: Foreground, Carpet Plant
- Light Requirement: High
- CO2 Requirement: Required for optimal growth
- Temperature: 20-28°C
- pH: 5.5-7.5
- Propagation: Runners
R219,95
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Please note: We ship Livestock Monday-Wednesday to ensure a safe and prompt delivery. Please plan your orders accordingly. We mostly sell Juvenile livestock, adults will be sent if available. We do not sex livestock for customers a mix of males and females will be sent if there is availability.
Please note: If the size and weight of your order exceeds the standard box shipping size extra courier fees will be communicated to you after you have placed your order. Due to the complexity of this it can not be calculated during checkout. The website will only calculate the minimum shipping Charge. This is company Policy.
We only ship livestock and plants Monday – Wednesday. All other products can be shipped Monday – Friday. To ensure livestock does not sit in the couriers warehouse over the weekend.
Non-livestock items are returnable within 7 days upon purchasing. If the item is found to be in working condition, the client will be liable to cover ALL shipping fees. If items is faulty, a full refund or replacement will take place and shipping will be covered by Aqua Atlantis.
The Glossostigma elatinoides is one of the most popular foreground carpeting plants in aquascaping, known for its small, vibrant green leaves that form a dense, lush carpet. Its fast growth and creeping nature make it perfect for creating a low, even covering over the substrate. The in-vitro version is cultivated in sterile conditions, ensuring a pest-free, healthy plant for your aquarium.
Key Features:
- Ideal Carpet Plant: Glossostigma elatinoides is perfect for forming a dense, vibrant green carpet in the foreground, adding depth and texture to any aquascape.
- Fast-Growing and Spreading: This plant spreads quickly through runners, covering the substrate with a beautiful, low-growing mat.
- In-Vitro Cultivation: Grown in sterile conditions, the plant is free from pests, algae, and pathogens, ensuring a clean and healthy start for your aquarium.
- Perfect for Aquascaping: It’s a favorite among aquascapers for its ability to create a seamless, soft green carpet, especially in high-tech setups.
Care Requirements:
- Lighting: Glossostigma elatinoides requires high lighting to grow compact and spread evenly across the substrate. Insufficient light may cause it to grow taller rather than spreading.
- CO2: CO2 supplementation is essential for this plant to maintain its low, creeping growth and to encourage fast, dense carpeting. Without CO2, growth may be slow and less compact.
- Water Parameters: This plant thrives in slightly acidic to neutral water with a pH range of 5.5-7.5 and temperatures between 20-28°C. It requires nutrient-rich water for optimal growth.
- Trimming: Regular trimming helps keep the carpet neat and encourages new growth. It also prevents the plant from growing too tall, maintaining its low profile.
Planting Tips:
- Rinse the plant thoroughly to remove the nutrient gel before planting.
- Divide the plant into small portions and plant them evenly across the substrate for even coverage and faster spread.
- High lighting and CO2 supplementation, along with a nutrient-rich substrate, will help Glossostigma elatinoides establish quickly and form a lush, even carpet.
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RETURNS:
We don’t accept any returns on livestock. (PLANTS,AQUATIC, ANIMALS)
- Non-livestock items are returnable within 7 days upon purchasing. If the item is found to be in working condition, the client will be liable to cover ALL shipping fees. If items is faulty, a full refund or replacement will take place and shipping will be covered by Aqua Atlantis .
- Returns after 7 days will be subject to a handeling fee of 10% and the client will remain responsible for for shipping.
- Waranty claims: Items will be collected from the client or brought back to Aqua Atlantis and sent directly to the suppliers. If the item is found to be in working condition, the client will be liable for ALL shipping fees. If the item/product is faulty, a replacement unit will be sent to the client.
- We will not accept any returns on any products that are not to the buyers liking after 7 days of purchase.
- We reserve the right to cancel any order and refund the customer for whatever reason we see necessary.
PAYMENTS:
- By placing an order with Aqua Atlantis you agree to the following payment options: EFT , CASH/CARD ON COLLECTION, PAYMENT OPTIONS PROVIDED AT CHECKOUT.
SHIPPING:
- We only ship livestock and plants Monday – Wednesday. All other products can be shipped Monday – Friday. To ensure livestock does not sit in the couriers warehouse over the weekend.
- Please note that the couriers only operate Monday – Friday and do not operate over weekends.
Shipping Charges:
The Courier Guy (R120 – R500) – Depending on what you order. If there are additional shipping charges, this will be communicated to you after you have placed your order.
- We can Ship dry goods such as: hardscape, soils, gravels, nano tanks, filtration etc, using the locker to locker pudo service for only R80.
- Local Collections (cape town)- free.
- If you select courier at checkout that is not overnight/priority shipping for plants Aqua Atlantis will not be held liable for any losses that may occur.
- We will ONLY Ship aquaticanimals using the express Shipping method.
Please note: If the size and weight of your order exceeds the standard box shipping size extra courier fees will be communicated to you after you have placed your order. Due to the complexity of this it can not be calculated during checkout. The website will only calculate the minimum shipping Charge. This is company Policy.
Live Arrival Guarantee – First 24 Hours
We ship all our livestock using priority overnight delivery to give them the best chance of arriving healthy and happy. If the courier takes longer than 24 hours to deliver, we unfortunately can’t take responsibility for any losses. Our 24-hour live arrival guarantee kicks in the moment the courier picks up your parcel.
DOA GUARANTEE:
DOA Guarantee: If any livestock arrives deceased, please send us proof (photos/videos) within 1 hours of receiving your package, with the animals still in their original packaging.
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