Plants in family phrymaceae
Microcarpaea minima
Microcarpaea minima is a rare aquatic plant native to Asia, known for its bushy growth when densely planted. It thrives in medium to high light and benefits from additional CO2. This plant can grow both submerged and emerged, making it versatile for aquariums.
Glossostigma elatinoides
Glossostigma elatinoides is a versatile aquatic or terrestrial plant from New Zealand, known for its mat-forming growth and small, bright green leaves. It thrives in wet environments and is ideal for creating a lush green carpet in aquariums. This plant requires high lighting and CO2 injection to maintain its low-growing form, and it can grow both submerged and emersed. It is challenging to plant due to its tiny roots, but a dry start can help anchor them before flooding. Glossostigma grows quickly, necessitating regular trimming, and its care level is considered medium to difficult. It prefers a pH range of 6 to 7.5 and can reach a height of 1 to 2 inches. The plant's health can be monitored by observing its growth patterns, with vertical stalks indicating insufficient light and yellowing leaves suggesting nutrient deficiencies.