Yellow cryptocoryne

Cryptocoryne lutea

Family : Araceae

PlantFreshwatercryptocoryne

Cryptocoryne lutea is a small cryptocoryne with yellow-green leaves, ideal for the foreground.

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 species has oval to lanceolate leaves of pale yellow-green color. It forms a compact rosette and does not exceed 10-15 cm. Its growth is slow. It prefers moderate light. It is often confused with Cryptocoryne parva but differs by its lighter color. It can flower underwater. It is an excellent foreground plant for small aquariums.

Habitat

Region :

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

≤ 15 mg/L

Care

Difficulty

1/5

Diet

Photosynthetic

Min. tank

20 L

Min. group

Adult size

12 cm

Lifespan

3 years

Temperament

Peaceful

Propagation

runners

Care notes

Cryptocoryne lutea is easy to grow. Moderate light is sufficient. CO2 optional. Parameters: temperature 22-28°C, pH 6-7.5, GH 3-10. A nutrient-rich substrate is beneficial. It tolerates varied conditions. Avoid strong light which may burn leaves. Minimum tank size: 20 liters. Compatible with shrimp and small fish. Propagation by stolons.

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