Beckett's cryptocoryne

Cryptocoryne beckettii

Family : Araceae

PlantFreshwatercryptocoryne

Cryptocoryne beckettii is a robust plant with green to brown leaves, ideal for freshwater aquariums.

Beckett's cryptocoryne — photo 1 sur 3 — Jan D. Bastmeijer · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.01 / 3

Popularity

Easy plant

standard lighting, few requirements

Availability

Specialty only

Shop availability

IUCN Status

Least Concern

Biotope

Southeast Asia

Rivières et forêts inondées d'Indonésie, Malaisie, Thaïlande.

Description

This cryptocoryne has lanceolate leaves colored olive green to reddish brown. It grows in a rosette and can reach 15 cm in height. It is very adaptable and tolerates a wide range of conditions. Its growth is slow to moderate. It can flower underwater with a typical Araceae inflorescence. It is an ideal background or midground plant for beginners.

Habitat

Region :

Shaded rivers and streams

Distribution :

Recommended parameters

Temperature22–28 °C

pH6–7.5

GH3–10 °dGH

KH2–8 °dKH

NO₃

≤ 30 mg/L

PO₄

≤ 2 mg/L

CO₂

≤ 20 mg/L

Care

Difficulty

2/5

Diet

Photosynthetic

Min. tank

30 L

Min. group

Adult size

15 cm

Lifespan

3 years

Temperament

Peaceful

Propagation

runners

Care notes

Cryptocoryne beckettii prefers low to moderate light. CO2 supplementation is not essential but promotes growth. Water parameters: temperature 22-28°C, pH 6-7.5, GH 3-10. A nutrient-rich substrate is recommended. It may experience 'melting' during sudden changes in conditions. It propagates via stolons. Compatible with most fish. Avoid strong light which may promote algae on leaves.

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