Yellow cryptocoryne

Cryptocoryne lutea

Família : Araceae

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

Estado IUCN
LC
Pouco preocupante
Bioma
Rivières et forêts inondées d'Indonésie, Malaisie, Thaïlande.

Descrição

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

Região :

Rivers and streams

Distribuição :

Parâmetros recomendados

Temperatura2228 °C
pH67.5
GH310 °dGH
KH28 °dKH
NO₃
≤ 30 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 2 mg/L
CO₂
≤ 15 mg/L

Cuidados

Dificuldade
1/5
Dieta
Fotossintético
Aquário mín.
20 L
Grupo mín.
1
Tamanho adulto
12 cm
Esperança de vida
3 anos
Temperamento
Pacífico
Propagação

Notas de cuidados

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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