🌿 Cryptocoryne Wendtii Green - Lush Freshwater Aquarium Plant
Bring a vibrant, natural touch to your aquarium with Cryptocoryne Wendtii Green. With its lush green, wavy leaves, this plant is perfect for midground placement and adds depth and texture to any aquascape. Hardy and low-maintenance, it’s an excellent choice for both beginners and experienced aquarists.
Cryptocoryne Wendtii Green Quick Facts
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| 🌍 Origin | Southeast Asia |
| 📏 Size | 4 - 10 inches |
| 💡 Lighting | Low to moderate |
| 🌡️ Temperature | 72°F - 82°F (22°C - 28°C) |
| 💧 pH Range | 6.0 - 7.5 |
| 🎨 Color | Bright to deep green, wavy leaves |
| 🪴 Position in Tank | Midground |
| 🌟 Difficulty | Beginner-friendly (easy) |
| 🐟 Compatibility | Betta fish, Neocaridina/Caridina shrimp, snails, community fish |
Why Choose Cryptocoryne Wendtii Green?
- ✔️ Lush green foliage – Adds a natural and dense look to aquariums.
- ✔️ Low-light tolerant – Grows well in low to moderate lighting conditions.
- ✔️ Hardy and easy to maintain – Ideal for beginners and low-tech setups.
- ✔️ Provides shelter – Great for fish and shrimp seeking hiding spots.
- ✔️ Improves water quality – Helps stabilize water conditions and absorb excess nutrients.
How to Care for Cryptocoryne Wendtii Green
Care Tips
- Lighting: Thrives in low to moderate lighting, making it perfect for low-tech tanks.
- Placement: Works best as a midground plant due to its moderate height.
- Substrate: Prefers nutrient-rich substrate; root tabs help boost growth.
- Fertilizer: Occasional root fertilization supports healthy leaf development.
- Maintenance: Trim older or melting leaves to encourage fresh growth.
Propagation Steps
- Wait for Runners: The plant naturally produces side shoots or runners.
- Separate the Baby Plants: Once plantlets develop roots, gently detach them from the main plant.
- Replant: Place the new plantlets into the substrate and allow them to establish.
