Cryptocoryne Spiralis

Plant Profile

• Scientific Name: Cryptocoryne spiralis
• Common Name: Spiral Crypt, Spiral Leaf Cryptocoryne
• Origin: India and Sri Lanka
• Height: 15–30 cm (6–12 inches)
• pH: 6.0–7.5
• Care: Easy to Moderate – hardy plant, tolerant of a range of water conditions but can undergo "crypt melt" when first introduced or with sudden changes
• Light: Low to Moderate – adapts well to low light but grows better with moderate lighting
• CO₂: Optional – benefits from CO₂ supplementation but can thrive without it
• Propagation: Rhizome division – separate rooted runners or mature plants to propagate
• Growth Rate: Slow to Moderate

• Additional Notes:

  • Known for its long, narrow, spiral-shaped leaves that give it a unique texture in aquascapes.
  • Prefers nutrient-rich substrate for healthy growth.
  • Commonly used as a foreground or midground plant in aquariums.
  • Tolerant of a wide range of water conditions but prefers stable parameters.
  • Can adapt to emersed growth in paludariums or semi-aquatic setups.