• Cryptocoryne petchii on Lava Rock - Aqua Essentials
  • Cryptocoryne petchii on Lava Rock - Aqua Essentials
  • Cryptocoryne petchii on Lava Rock - Aqua Essentials
  • Cryptocoryne petchii on Lava Rock - Aqua Essentials
  • Cryptocoryne petchii on Lava Rock - Aqua Essentials
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Cryptocoryne petchii on Lava Rock

C. petchii pre-attached to lava rock — ready to place

C. petchii pre-attached to lava rock — ready to place

£19.99
£19.99
  • Hurry, only 3 items left in stock!
Description

Cryptocoryne petchii is a compact, small-leaved crypt from Sri Lanka producing narrow, slightly ruffled olive-green to bronze-brown leaves. Its naturally small stature makes it well suited to foreground and midground positions in smaller aquariums where larger crypts would be out of scale. This version comes pre-established on a piece of lava rock, ready to place without any substrate planting needed.

C. petchii is one of the more compact and adaptable Cryptocoryne species. It grows in low to medium light without CO2 injection and tolerates a broad range of water parameters. Like all crypts it may experience melt when first moved to a new tank — old leaves die back but the plant regrows healthily from the root within a few weeks of settling.

The plant is pre-established on the lava rock so no further attachment or planting is needed — simply rinse and place in the aquarium. The lava rock sinks immediately and can be moved or repositioned as needed. Suited to aquariums of 20 litres and above, working particularly well in shrimp tanks, nano aquascapes, and as midground accents in planted layouts.
Quick Facts

Common name:

Origin: Asia

Position in Aquarium: Attach to wood/rock

Grows up to (cm): 20 cm

Growth rate: Slow

Dimensions (cm): Rock size approx. 5-7cm diameter
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.
Shipping

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

This aquarium plant on lava rock features healthy, vibrant foliage that customers say "looks amazing" in their tanks. Praised for excellent packaging and fast delivery, with plants thriving even in low-light conditions. Most received "beautiful healthy plants" though a few noted smaller leaves than expected or sparse foliage upon arrival.

  • Received beautiful healthy plant on a really nice natural platform.
  • Arrived quickly in healthy condition and looks amazing in my aquarium
  • They're growing vigorously, despite the constantly browsing nature disturbing them.
  • 5 stars: 16 (84%)
  • 4 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 3 stars: 2 (11%)
  • 2 stars: 1 (5%)
  • 1 star: 0 (0%)
L
Lesley B.
Fit:
Very bad
Very good
My first order did not disappoint

It was My first order from this company and I was not disappointed. I received beautiful healthy plant on a really nice natural platform. Packaged well and prompt delivery. I would definitely order again.

L
Lewis M. (Glasgow, GB)
Excellent

Really like this, arrived quickly and in healthy condition and looks amazing in my aquarium

S
Steven

Lovely looking plant

M
M.A.N.S.

Arrived in perfect condition due to excellent packaging. The plant looked healthy and in great condition and is now thriving in my tank

E
E.R. (Bedford, GB)
Beautiful

Like all other ordered items: beyond expectation

J
J.L.

Very nice plant my betta hides around it🤭

S
Sonia

Very good quality, love it

C
Carlos W. (Bicester, GB)
impressed

Have allway's had artificial plants untill now, so very impressed with how they look in the aquarium.
thank you.

A
Alison K.
Review

Love this! Looks really pretty in the aquarium and easy to move position if not quite in the right place.

r
robert k.
Review

Excellent service. Well packaged. Strong Well grown plants absolutely the best.

P
Peter R.
Review

"I'm used to having to cut the leaves of Crypts in my CO2 tanks and allowing them to re-grow to avoid the dreaded "Crypt melt". What a pleasant surprise when I plopped 2 of these into my large Cory family/ breeding tank to find that after 3 weeks that they're growing vigorously, despite the Corys' inquisitive and constantly browsing nature disturbing them.

Highly recommended."

W
William R.
Review

Delivered within 48 hours ( Delivery 2 to 4 days ). Great.
Condition, perfect, and still is two weeks later.
Lovely vibrant terracotta/ burnt orange coloured lava rock holding very healthy green and purple fanned out, feather like plant . Obviously now taking centre stage, pride of place in my aquarium.
Quality product at reasonable price.
Would definitely buy again and definitely recommend it .

a
amber b.
Review

It would better if it had more leaves, got it in the tank at the minute and hoping it will grow

D
Duncan E.
Review

All plants and other goods arrived on time and in first class condition. The plants are growing well and my new aquarium looks very well

T
Trevor T.
Review

Plant arrived barely attached and wasn't looking the best but Richard sent out a replacement straight away so all good.

K
Kevin L.
Review

The leaves are smaller than the photo. Otherwise it's not bad.

C
Craig M.
Review

Lovely little plant for the foreground. Only had it a few days but it's thriving under low light. Excellent very fast service from Aquaessentials.

S
Steve H.
Review

Once again first class plant, so good in fact ordered another lot of crypts in pots this time. Delivery first class as with the packaging.

I
Ian S.
Review

Plants arrived very quick in good condition. Put them in my aquarium, they picked up and looked fantastic within 24 hours. Ian Sapstead, Letchworth

Product FAQs

Helpful details before you buy.

How small does Cryptocoryne petchii stay?

C. petchii is one of the smaller crypt species, typically reaching 10–15 cm in height. Its compact form makes it well suited to midground positions in smaller aquariums.

Does it need CO2?

No — like most Cryptocoryne it grows in low to medium light without CO2 injection.

Will it melt when I put it in the tank?

Crypt melt is common when plants are moved to a new tank — old leaves die back but the roots stay healthy and regrowth follows within a few weeks.

Do I need to plant it in substrate?

No — the plant is pre-established on lava rock. Just rinse and place it wherever you want in the aquarium.

Is it suitable for shrimp tanks?

Yes, fully shrimp-safe. Shrimp will graze on the biofilm that forms on the leaves and the lava rock provides additional shelter.

  • Cryptocoryne petchii on Lava Rock - Aqua Essentials
  • Cryptocoryne petchii on Lava Rock - Aqua Essentials
  • Cryptocoryne petchii on Lava Rock - Aqua Essentials
  • Cryptocoryne petchii on Lava Rock - Aqua Essentials
1 5

Cryptocoryne petchii on Lava Rock

C. petchii pre-attached to lava rock — ready to place

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Easy care Low light CO2 not required Midground plant
£19.99
£19.99
  • In stock — 3 available

In-stock orders normally dispatch before 4pm, Monday–Friday. Delivery details

Cryptocoryne petchii on Lava Rock - Aqua Essentials
Cryptocoryne petchii on Lava Rock - Aqua Essentials
Cryptocoryne petchii on Lava Rock - Aqua Essentials
Cryptocoryne petchii on Lava Rock - Aqua Essentials

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About this planted decor

Cryptocoryne petchii is a compact, small-leaved crypt from Sri Lanka producing narrow, slightly ruffled olive-green to bronze-brown leaves. Its naturally small stature makes it well suited to foreground and midground positions in smaller aquariums where larger crypts would be out of scale. This version comes pre-established on a piece of lava rock, ready to place without any substrate planting needed.

C. petchii is one of the more compact and adaptable Cryptocoryne species. It grows in low to medium light without CO2 injection and tolerates a broad range of water parameters. Like all crypts it may experience melt when first moved to a new tank — old leaves die back but the plant regrows healthily from the root within a few weeks of settling.

The plant is pre-established on the lava rock so no further attachment or planting is needed — simply rinse and place in the aquarium. The lava rock sinks immediately and can be moved or repositioned as needed. Suited to aquariums of 20 litres and above, working particularly well in shrimp tanks, nano aquascapes, and as midground accents in planted layouts.
Placing your plants on wood or decor

Position the planted piece securely in your aquarium. Keep any exposed rhizomes above the substrate. Natural wood and plants vary in shape; use the product description and dimensions above as your guide.

Delivery & live plant guarantee

Orders placed before 4pm Monday–Friday normally dispatch the same working day. Special-order items leave once all items are available.

Delivery options and charges · Returns and guarantees · Help with plants that arrived damaged

This aquarium plant on lava rock features healthy, vibrant foliage that customers say "looks amazing" in their tanks. Praised for excellent packaging and fast delivery, with plants thriving even in low-light conditions. Most received "beautiful healthy plants" though a few noted smaller leaves than expected or sparse foliage upon arrival.

  • Received beautiful healthy plant on a really nice natural platform.
  • Arrived quickly in healthy condition and looks amazing in my aquarium
  • They're growing vigorously, despite the constantly browsing nature disturbing them.
  • 5 stars: 16 (84%)
  • 4 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 3 stars: 2 (11%)
  • 2 stars: 1 (5%)
  • 1 star: 0 (0%)
L
Lesley B.
Fit:
Very bad
Very good
My first order did not disappoint

It was My first order from this company and I was not disappointed. I received beautiful healthy plant on a really nice natural platform. Packaged well and prompt delivery. I would definitely order again.

L
Lewis M. (Glasgow, GB)
Excellent

Really like this, arrived quickly and in healthy condition and looks amazing in my aquarium

S
Steven

Lovely looking plant

M
M.A.N.S.

Arrived in perfect condition due to excellent packaging. The plant looked healthy and in great condition and is now thriving in my tank

E
E.R. (Bedford, GB)
Beautiful

Like all other ordered items: beyond expectation

J
J.L.

Very nice plant my betta hides around it🤭

S
Sonia

Very good quality, love it

C
Carlos W. (Bicester, GB)
impressed

Have allway's had artificial plants untill now, so very impressed with how they look in the aquarium.
thank you.

A
Alison K.
Review

Love this! Looks really pretty in the aquarium and easy to move position if not quite in the right place.

r
robert k.
Review

Excellent service. Well packaged. Strong Well grown plants absolutely the best.

P
Peter R.
Review

"I'm used to having to cut the leaves of Crypts in my CO2 tanks and allowing them to re-grow to avoid the dreaded "Crypt melt". What a pleasant surprise when I plopped 2 of these into my large Cory family/ breeding tank to find that after 3 weeks that they're growing vigorously, despite the Corys' inquisitive and constantly browsing nature disturbing them.

Highly recommended."

W
William R.
Review

Delivered within 48 hours ( Delivery 2 to 4 days ). Great.
Condition, perfect, and still is two weeks later.
Lovely vibrant terracotta/ burnt orange coloured lava rock holding very healthy green and purple fanned out, feather like plant . Obviously now taking centre stage, pride of place in my aquarium.
Quality product at reasonable price.
Would definitely buy again and definitely recommend it .

a
amber b.
Review

It would better if it had more leaves, got it in the tank at the minute and hoping it will grow

D
Duncan E.
Review

All plants and other goods arrived on time and in first class condition. The plants are growing well and my new aquarium looks very well

T
Trevor T.
Review

Plant arrived barely attached and wasn't looking the best but Richard sent out a replacement straight away so all good.

K
Kevin L.
Review

The leaves are smaller than the photo. Otherwise it's not bad.

C
Craig M.
Review

Lovely little plant for the foreground. Only had it a few days but it's thriving under low light. Excellent very fast service from Aquaessentials.

S
Steve H.
Review

Once again first class plant, so good in fact ordered another lot of crypts in pots this time. Delivery first class as with the packaging.

I
Ian S.
Review

Plants arrived very quick in good condition. Put them in my aquarium, they picked up and looked fantastic within 24 hours. Ian Sapstead, Letchworth

Product FAQs

How small does Cryptocoryne petchii stay?

C. petchii is one of the smaller crypt species, typically reaching 10–15 cm in height. Its compact form makes it well suited to midground positions in smaller aquariums.

Does it need CO2?

No — like most Cryptocoryne it grows in low to medium light without CO2 injection.

Will it melt when I put it in the tank?

Crypt melt is common when plants are moved to a new tank — old leaves die back but the roots stay healthy and regrowth follows within a few weeks.

Do I need to plant it in substrate?

No — the plant is pre-established on lava rock. Just rinse and place it wherever you want in the aquarium.

Is it suitable for shrimp tanks?

Yes, fully shrimp-safe. Shrimp will graze on the biofilm that forms on the leaves and the lava rock provides additional shelter.