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Tropica Cryptocoryne wendtii 'green' 1-2-GROW

Classic reliable Cryptocoryne wendtii Green in Tropica 1-2-GROW tissue culture

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Position in Aquarium: Foreground

Growth rate: Medium pace

Grows up to: 30 cm

Pot size: 7 cm

Origin: Asia

Description

Cryptocoryne wendtii Green is the classic green form of one of the most popular and reliable Cryptocoryne species in the hobby, producing oval to lance-shaped leaves in clean, consistent green with a slightly bullate or textured surface. Its reliable growth, excellent tolerance of varying water conditions, and compact rosette form make it one of the most recommended Cryptocoryne species for planted aquariums at all levels.

Like all Cryptocoryne it grows from the substrate without CO2 injection and tolerates an exceptionally broad range of water chemistry, temperature, and light levels. Once settled it is a long-lived and largely self-sustaining plant requiring very little attention. Occasional Cryptocoryne melt can occur when first introduced — this is normal and temporary.

Supplied as a Tropica 1-2-GROW! tissue culture cup, this plant arrives completely free from snails, pest algae, and pesticide residue. Rinse the gel and plant the rootlets into the substrate. Suits aquariums from 30 litres upward — an outstanding and dependable midground Cryptocoryne with excellent shrimp compatibility and virtually no special requirements.

Plant Sizes

The image of the plant you'll be receiving is just an example of what you can expect. Each plant is unique and may vary in size and shape, so it won't be an exact match to the photo. If we provide a size guide, keep in mind that it's just an estimate and that plants can vary in size depending on the time of year.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Tissue cultured plants are supplied young and grown in a sterile environment, so they arrive free from snails, algae and pesticide residue. They may look smaller on arrival, but each cup contains multiple plantlets designed to be divided and planted out, where they establish quickly with minimal melt and grow into place.

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Product Details

1. Grown in a laboratory

Tissue Cultured Plants are unique in so much as they are grown in a laboratory and not a greenhouse. As a result of this, a cast iron guarantee is offered which is 100% so snails and no pesticides.

2. How to handle them

They're a bit different from potted plants because they're grown in an agae solution that contains nutrients and hormones to encrougage plants to grow. Some agar is liquid, others are more solid depending on what the growers prefers. Regardless once they arrive with you, acclimatise to room temperature and then rinse under luke warm tap water. Then plant up.

3. Pot sizes

Nearly all TC pots are 5cm in diameter and the pots will range in fullness depending on many factors such as the natural growth speed of the plant and the time the grower has held them for. Sometimes the pots are exceptionally full and sometimes not so full - something we cannot control. But either way, they're still really good value when you look at the overall plant mass.

Product FAQs

Helpful details before you buy.

Is Cryptocoryne wendtii Green easy to keep?

Yes. It is one of the easiest and most tolerant aquarium plants available. It grows without CO2 in low to medium light across a very wide range of water conditions. Ideal for beginners.

Does it need CO2?

No. It grows reliably without CO2 and tolerates both hard and soft water, making it suitable for almost any aquarium set-up.

What is Cryptocoryne melt?

Melt is a normal, temporary response when Cryptocoryne adjusts to a new aquarium. Leaves drop and new growth emerges within a few weeks, adapted to the tank's conditions.

Is it safe for shrimp tanks?

Yes. As a Tropica 1-2-GROW! tissue culture plant it arrives free from snails, algae, and pesticide residue — an excellent choice for shrimp aquariums.

How does it spread?

It slowly spreads by runners over time, producing daughter plants that gradually fill the midground. It can also be divided and replanted to increase coverage.