• Cryptocoryne nevelli
  • Cryptocoryne nevelli
  • Cryptocoryne nevelli
  • Cryptocoryne nevelli
  • Cryptocoryne nevelli
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Cryptocoryne nevelli

Sri Lankan Crypt with wavy medium-length leaves

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    Quick Facts

    Common name:

    Origin: Asia

    Position in Aquarium: Foreground

    Grows up to (cm): 20 cm

    Pot Size: 5 cm

    Growth rate: Slow
    Description

    Cryptocoryne nevelli is a Sri Lankan Cryptocoryne producing medium-length leaves with a gently wavy margin and a mid-green to olive-green colour. It's a compact to medium species sitting in the 15–20cm range, suitable for foreground to midground use in most aquariums. One of the less commonly stocked species, it's a natural complement to the more popular Sri Lankan Crypts like beckettii and wendtii.

    Care is the same as all Crypts: planted in substrate, low light, no CO2 required. Root tabs encourage faster establishment. Like all Cryptocoryne, it can experience temporary leaf melt after being moved — leave the rhizome in the substrate and new growth will follow.

    Plant roots in the substrate without burying the crown. Spreads slowly via runners.
    Plant Sizes

    You’ll receive a healthy, rooted plant in a pot, similar to those shown. Each one is hand-checked before dispatch.
    Shipping

    Same-day dispatch on orders placed before 4pm, Monday to Friday. Tracked 24 Service from £4.99, DPD Express from £6.99.
    Cryptocoryne nevelli
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    Cryptocoryne nevelli

    Customers praised this aquarium plant for its "good quality" and healthy condition upon arrival. Many noted they could divide one pot into "3-4 plants." The plant settles well in tanks, though some experienced "Crypt Melt" initially. One customer reported plant death in sand substrate. Shoppers appreciated the excellent packaging and vibrant leaf colour.

    • Was able to get 3-4 plants out of one pot. New leaves sprouting already.
    • Very healthy plant, has flourished the month it has been in my tank.
    • Ideal for my shrimp tank setup, really nice leaves and good colour.
    • 5 stars: 25 (93%)
    • 4 stars: 1 (4%)
    • 3 stars: 0 (0%)
    • 2 stars: 1 (4%)
    • 1 star: 0 (0%)
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    Gillian S. (Rossendale, GB)
    Lovely plant, but read the website about care!

    I have always loved the Crypt plants, but this one was new to me. I found some of its leaves floating today. As the rest of it looks healthy, this must be Crypt Melt, mentioned on your website, resulting from moving the plant to my aquarium. I know now that it is just adjusting to its new situation, and will regrow if I wait. I wish I'd read that about Crypts before! They're lovely plants.

    Gillian S. review photo
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    Sonia (Newcastle upon Tyne, GB)
    Lovely plant

    Quick delivery, packaged well, good quality plant. Good sale price. Just lovely

    Sonia review photo
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    Sonia

    Fantastic plant good quality. Love it.

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    Susan B.
    Review

    I really like this one looks beautiful pleased I got this one

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    Andy T.
    Review

    Looks similar to cryptocoryne petchii. I am amazed how quickly it has settled in, no melt or leaf loss. Great little plant.

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    Ben T.
    Review

    Excellent plant delivered and is doing well in my tank.

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    Len B.
    Review

    Nice little plant looks good in my 40 ltr shrimp tank, as always it arrived in excellent condition.

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    Len B.
    Review

    I was looking for a small plant for my shrimp tank setup, this was ideal it looks good in the tank and its thriving. really nice leaves and good colour.

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    Frances H.
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    Very healthy plant, came a good size and has flourished the month it has been in my tank. Would definitely recommend

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    Steven H.
    Review

    Lovely plants , really happy with them

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    Iain M.
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    Will certainly buy from here again, was able to get 3-4 plants out of one pot.
    Well pleased, new leaves sprouting already.
    First class service and plants were very fresh with no browning.

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    Geoffrey P.
    Review

    Bought two of these to replace some large plants which were obscuring light at the top of the tank.. Arrived quick and well packaged. Really good condition and no damaged or brown leaves. Look good in the mid-ground area

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    Robert P.
    Review

    Beautiful examples which arrived very well packaged.
    Fully recommended.

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    Catalin R.B.
    Review

    I have this in my shrimp tank and it looks amazing. And shrimps like to stay upside down on the leaves with it's cool and the colour of the leaves it's great.

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    David A.
    Review

    Nice little plant,very healthy

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    David A.
    Review

    Nice little plant
    Usual high quality from AE

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    Simon H.
    Review

    A nice plant but died along with a ANUBIAS NANA BONSAI that went in at the same time into a sand substrate with nutrient.

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    Melanie J.
    Review

    Really pleased with this generous sized potted plant which looked really healthy. Thanks

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    John U.
    Review

    good quality plant ,split into two looks good will be buying more plants from AE good service

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    Paul V.
    Review

    what can i say that i have not said before, best plants from the best supplier.

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    Glaucia H.
    Review

    Very well packaged plant that arrived in a very healthy condition. I am very impressed with the quality of the plant, professional product. I would recommend it to everyone.

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    Richard M.F.
    Review

    This little cryp arrived in excellent condition and hasn't melted so far! In fact it seems to be settling down already, don't want to wish my life away, but this looks like it might be great in 6 months!

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    Jonathan B.
    Review

    Very healthy plant when delivered, looks great planted between small rocks

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    Geraldine O.
    Review

    great little plant , got lots from one plant , good condition well packed using you again

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    Sahira K.
    Review

    Great plant, made around 4-5 pieces from one pot.. I've ordered this twice as I really liked it.

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    Sahira K.
    Review

    Excellent plant, came in great condition.

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    Deborah P.
    Review

    This plant arrived in fantastic condition, well packed and looked fantastic straight away in the tank

    Product FAQs

    Helpful details before you buy.

    What is 'crypt melt'?

    When moved, Cryptocoryne sometimes dissolve their leaves. This is normal. Leave the rhizome in the substrate and new leaves will regrow.

    How does nevelli compare to beckettii?

    Similar in size and care requirements — both are small Sri Lankan Crypts. Nevelli tends to have a slightly more elongated leaf with gentler waviness compared to beckettii's more rounded form.

    Does it need CO2?

    No — grows without CO2. Root tabs or a nutrient-rich substrate are more beneficial.

    What size does it reach?

    Typically 15–20cm — suitable for foreground to midground positioning.

    How do I plant it?

    Plant roots in the substrate without burying the crown. It spreads via runners over time.