Wendt's crypt

Cryptocoryne wendtii

Family : Araceae

PlantFreshwaterclassic

Wendt's crypt is a robust and versatile aquarium plant, available in several color varieties.

Wendt's crypt — photo 1 sur 4 — Tommy Kronkvist · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 3.01 / 4

Popularity

Easy plant

standard lighting, few requirements

Availability

Common in shops

Shop availability

IUCN Status

Least Concern

Biotope

Central Asia

Rivières d'Inde, Pakistan, Bangladesh.

Description

This plant has lanceolate to oval leaves, green to reddish-brown depending on variety. It can reach 15-30 cm. It grows from a rhizome. Known for its ability to adapt to different conditions. It may lose leaves during sudden changes (crypt melt) but regrows. Ideal for midground or background.

Habitat

Region :

This plant grows in slow-moving rivers and streams, often in shaded areas with nutrient-rich substrate.

Distribution :

Recommended parameters

Temperature22–28 °C

pH6–7.5

GH3–12 °dGH

KH2–8 °dKH

NO₃

≤ 20 mg/L

PO₄

≤ 0.5 mg/L

Care

Difficulty

2/5

Diet

Photosynthetic

Min. tank

20 L

Min. group

Adult size

25 cm

Lifespan

5 years

Temperament

Peaceful

Propagation

Division du rhizome ou repiquage des rejets.

Care notes

Easy to moderate. Temperature 22-28°C, pH 6.0-7.5, low to moderate hardness. Low to moderate light. CO2 optional. Nutrient-rich substrate recommended. Avoid sudden parameter changes. Can be planted in substrate. Compatible with most fish. Several varieties available: 'Green', 'Brown', 'Tropica'.

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