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Cryptocoryne wendtii green
Cryptocoryne wendtii green
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Cryptocoryne wendtii ‘Green’ is one of the most popular and adaptable Cryptocoryne varieties, producing attractive green leaves and forming a dense, bushy rosette. It is an excellent low-maintenance choice for both beginner and established planted aquariums.
Plant Requirements
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Lighting | Low to Medium |
| CO₂ | Not required; beneficial |
| Temperature | 20–28°C (68–82°F) |
| pH | 6.0–7.5 |
| Water Hardness | Soft to hard |
| Placement | Foreground / Midground |
| Substrate | Recommended |
| Fertilizer | Root tabs + liquid fertilizer |
| Propagation | Runners / daughter plants |
| Growth Form | Rosette |
| Best Placement | Planted in substrate |
Planting & Care
Plant Cryptocoryne wendtii ‘Green’ with the roots buried in the substrate while keeping the crown just above the surface. It is a strong root feeder, so nutrient-rich substrate or root tabs can encourage healthy growth.
It is tolerant of a wide range of aquarium conditions and does not require intense lighting or CO₂. Like other Cryptocoryne, it may experience Crypt melt after being introduced to a new aquarium or following significant changes in conditions. Once established, it will produce new leaves and gradually form a fuller clump.
Key Features
- Attractive green foliage
- Hardy and highly adaptable
- Low-light tolerant
- Moderate growth rate
- Excellent foreground or midground plant
- CO₂ optional
- Strong root feeder
- Spreads through runners
- Excellent choice for beginners
