{"product_id":"cryptocoryne-crispatula-var-balansae","title":"Cryptocoryne Balansae","description":"\u003ch3 data-end=\"110\" data-start=\"89\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"110\" data-start=\"93\"\u003ePlant Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"178\" data-start=\"114\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"134\" data-start=\"114\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-end=\"160\" data-start=\"135\"\u003eCryptocoryne crispatula\u003c\/em\u003e var. \u003cem data-end=\"176\" data-start=\"166\"\u003ebalansae\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"178\" data-start=\"114\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"197\" data-start=\"181\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cryptocoryne Balansae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"178\" data-start=\"114\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"235\" data-start=\"224\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Southeast Asia — native to slow-moving rivers and swampy areas in Thailand and Malaysia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"178\" data-start=\"114\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"339\" data-start=\"328\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–20 inches (25–50 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"178\" data-start=\"114\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"375\" data-start=\"368\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"178\" data-start=\"114\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"397\" data-start=\"388\"\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate — requires stable water conditions; sensitive to sudden changes causing \"crypt melt\" but generally hardy once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"178\" data-start=\"114\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"543\" data-start=\"533\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to moderate — too much light can cause algae, moderate light encourages growth, and healthy leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"178\" data-start=\"114\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"658\" data-start=\"650\"\u003eCO₂:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not required but improves growth and coloration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"178\" data-start=\"114\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"727\" data-start=\"711\"\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rhizome division — separate healthy rhizome sections with leaves and replant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"834\" data-start=\"807\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"834\" data-start=\"809\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"825\" data-start=\"809\"\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"839\" data-start=\"836\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"866\" data-start=\"841\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"866\" data-start=\"845\"\u003eAdditional Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1008\" data-start=\"870\"\u003eKnown for its \u003cstrong data-end=\"917\" data-start=\"884\"\u003elong, narrow, crinkled leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e with a rich green to brownish hue, often with a slight reddish tint under good lighting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1008\" data-start=\"870\"\u003eLeaves can have a slightly wavy or crisped texture, giving a textured appearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1008\" data-start=\"870\"\u003eBest planted in nutrient-rich substrate; benefits from root tabs in low-nutrient tanks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1008\" data-start=\"870\"\u003eTolerates a wide range of water parameters but prefers soft to moderately hard water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1008\" data-start=\"870\"\u003ePopular midground or background plant in aquascapes, adding texture and height contrast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1008\" data-start=\"870\"\u003eSlow to moderate grower, making it ideal for aquarists who want a low-maintenance, attractive plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Fiora Aquatic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42896667279402,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"QAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/6747\/1658\/files\/CryptocoryneBalansae.webp?v=1780847535","url":"https:\/\/fioraaquatic.com\/ar\/products\/cryptocoryne-crispatula-var-balansae","provider":"Fiora Aquatic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}