Cryptocoryne Wendtii Green

🌿 Plant Profile

• Scientific Name: Cryptocoryne wendtii 'Green'

• Common Name: Wendtii Green Crypt

• Origin: Native to Sri Lanka

• Height: 15–30 cm (6–12 inches)

• pH: 6.0 – 7.5

• Care: Easy; great for beginners

• Light: Low to moderate

• CO₂: Not required; optional CO₂ can improve growth

• Propagation: Rhizome division — separate the rhizome and replant sections

• Growth Rate: Moderate

🌱 Care Notes

• Leaf Texture: Cryptocoryne wendtii 'Green' has broad, green leaves that grow in a rosette pattern, creating a lush and compact appearance. The plant is known for its vibrant green color that remains consistent in most lighting conditions.

• Placement: Works well in the foreground or midground of aquariums, as it typically stays under 12 inches in height. It’s also a great choice for small or medium aquariums.

• Water Conditions: Prefers soft to moderately hard water and thrives in a temperature range of 22–28°C (72–82°F). It can tolerate various water parameters, but stable water with a slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal.

• Lighting: Cryptocoryne wendtii 'Green' grows well in low to moderate lighting. It can grow slower under low light, but its overall health will be preserved. Moderate light will result in denser and more vibrant growth.

• CO₂: Not necessary for this plant to thrive, but adding CO₂ can enhance its growth rate and leaf development. In non-CO₂ setups, growth may be slower.

• Fertilization: This plant benefits from root tabs and liquid fertilizers. It is a root feeder, so placing tabs directly into the substrate where the rhizome is located will support better growth.

• Algae: Due to its moderate growth, Cryptocoryne wendtii 'Green' is not highly susceptible to algae. As long as lighting is moderate and water quality is stable, algae overgrowth should not be an issue.