• Cryptocoryne on Lava Rock with Moss
  • Cryptocoryne on Lava Rock with Moss
  • Cryptocoryne on Lava Rock with Moss
  • Cryptocoryne on Lava Rock with Moss
  • Cryptocoryne on Lava Rock with Moss
  • Cryptocoryne on Lava Rock with Moss
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Cryptocoryne on Lava Rock with Moss

Cryptocoryne and moss on mini lava rock — ready to place

Cryptocoryne and moss on mini lava rock — ready to place

Over 1,100 sold
£18.99
£18.99
    Description

    This mini lava rock piece combines Cryptocoryne with aquarium moss, creating a compact planted feature that can be placed anywhere in the aquarium without substrate planting. The Cryptocoryne provides broad, coloured leaves while the moss fills in around it with a soft, dense texture — together they create a layered, natural appearance in a ready-made format.

    Cryptocoryne is one of the most tolerant and adaptable plant genera available. It grows in low to medium light without CO2 injection and handles a wide range of water conditions. The moss is equally easy. Like all crypts it may experience brief leaf melt after being moved to a new tank — this is normal and the plant regrows from the root within a few weeks.

    The plants are pre-established on the lava rock so no further attachment is needed — simply rinse and place in the aquarium. The lava rock sinks immediately and can be moved or repositioned at any time. The mini size suits aquariums of 20 litres and above and is particularly effective in shrimp tanks and nano set-ups.
    Quick Facts

    Common name:

    Origin: Asia

    Position in Aquarium: Midground

    Grows up to (cm): 20 cm

    Growth rate: Slow

    Dimensions (cm): 6-10cm approx
    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 on Lava Rock with Moss
    Cryptocoryne on Lava Rock with Moss
    Cryptocoryne on Lava Rock with Moss
    Cryptocoryne on Lava Rock with Moss
    Cryptocoryne on Lava Rock with Moss

    Customers praised this aquarium plant for its "excellent quality" and healthy appearance. Reviews consistently mentioned "beautiful, healthy plant" with strong, vibrant leaves attached to lava rock. Fast delivery and secure packaging were highlighted. Fish reportedly love it, and customers noted minimal melting issues. One shopper found it "not as good as expected" but overall sentiment remains overwhelmingly positive.

    • A beautifully healthy plant with loads of light green leaves - exactly what I wanted!
    • I was expecting them to melt but they seem to be doing fine with no signs of melting.
    • Healthy, undemanding plants on a nice bit of decor. What's not to like?
    • 5 stars: 30 (97%)
    • 4 stars: 1 (3%)
    • 3 stars: 0 (0%)
    • 2 stars: 0 (0%)
    • 1 star: 0 (0%)
    R
    Roger P. (Gosport, GB)
    Fit:
    Very bad
    Very good
    Great plant looks great in the aquarium

    Great plant looks great in the aquarium, fast delivery, very well packed

    Roger P. review photo
    J
    Jan J. (Bristol, GB)
    Fit:
    Very bad
    Very good
    Excellent quality - looks really stunning

    Excellent quality - looks really stunning & healthy

    Jan J. review photo
    T
    Tonie L. (Bury St Edmunds, GB)
    Beautiful, healthy plant

    I placed my order on Friday morning and received it the following day. The plants we well packaged and very healthy. I placed them in my aquarium immediately and they really made a difference.

    Tonie L. review photo
    E
    Etsy c.

    Absolutely beautiful plant I’m so pleased
    Thank you

    Etsy c. review photo
    M
    Mrs P. (Basingstoke, GB)
    Fit:
    Very bad
    Very good
    Lovely plant, nice size

    Lovely plant, nice size

    S
    Stephen R. (Manchester, GB)
    I have received 3 crips in total and they were

    I have received 3 crips in total and they were all great. All attached to wood or rock. I was expecting them to melt as is normal but they seem to be doing fine and I have not seen any signs of melting.

    S
    Samantha B. (Lambeth, GB)
    The fish love

    The fish love it

    c
    colin

    Plants arribed in excellent condition and were well packaged, even though royal mail delivered them a day late everything was still healthy and looks great in the tank.

    S
    S.W.

    Very healthy plant and well packaged.

    D
    Deborah

    Beautiful

    S
    Steven

    Lovely looking plant

    J
    J.S.

    Good

    Z
    Zoey

    Excellent quality plant, growing well. Very happy

    P
    Phillip H. (Bournemouth, GB)
    fish tank

    great plants strong and healthy plants easy to move around thae tank

    G
    Greg

    Nice plants

    G
    Greg M. (Welwyn Garden City, GB)
    Plants

    Very good quality plants .Delivered fast

    S
    Sonia

    Very good quality. Love it

    R
    Rebecca H. (Reading, GB)

    Lovely healthy looking plant. Adds to the aquascaping in aquarium.

    E
    Elaine f.W. (Llanfairpwllgwyngyll, GB)
    Great addition to my tank

    Bought for my daughter as I had previously bought plants for my own aquarium, they are all healthy growing well snail and algae free, also purchased the moss on coconut and plants on wood, would definitely recommend

    G
    Grant S.
    Review

    A bargain and looks great in my tank.

    P
    Peter R.
    Review

    I've bought quite a few of these for a tank which only has thin cosmetic subrate - healthy, undemanding plants on a nice bit of decor. What's not to like?

    P
    Peter R.
    Review

    Excellent plants, arrived in perfect condition as usual and are already thriving!

    J
    Julie H.
    Review

    Arrived in perfect condition Healthy plant, exactly as shown on website. Been in aquarium 10 days,doing well & has grown a bit already. Fish love it too

    E
    Eric L.
    Review

    What a pleasant surprise! A beautifully healthy plant with loads of light green leaves. It was properly attached (much better than I could have done) to a small piece of wood that fits into my aquarium perfectly. No need to disturb the substrate, just set it wherever you want and 'bingo', job done with no problems at all. Exactly what I wanted. Well done to all at AquaEssentials, thank you so much.

    A
    Amanda H.
    Review

    Arrived in excellent condition. Looks great in my tank and fish love it. Highly recommend.

    A
    Aiga H.
    Review

    Looked remarkably good. Quick delivery!

    S
    Susan B.
    Review

    Came quick and looks beautiful pleased with this glad I bought it

    N
    Norma P.
    Review

    Lovely plant wanted something with colour and doesn't disappoint looks great with my other plants. Also bigger than expected

    S
    Susan B.
    Review

    Very pleased with this looks beautiful in my aquarium

    K
    Kenneth A.
    Review

    Not as good as I thought it would but in the tank so we wil keep an eye on it

    Product FAQs

    Helpful details before you buy.

    Do the plants need to be planted in substrate?

    No — both the Cryptocoryne and moss are pre-established on the lava rock. Just rinse and place it wherever you want in the tank.

    What is crypt melt and will it happen?

    Crypt melt is when Cryptocoryne shed their leaves after being moved to a new tank. It is common and normal — the roots stay healthy and the plant regrows within a few weeks.

    Does it need CO2 or specialist lighting?

    No — Cryptocoryne and moss both grow under standard aquarium lighting without CO2 injection.

    Is it suitable for shrimp tanks?

    Yes — both plants are shrimp-safe and the moss provides excellent grazing surface and shelter for shrimp.

    Will each piece look exactly like the photo?

    Not exactly — each piece is natural and varies slightly in plant size, rock shape, and moss coverage. The photo shows a typical example.

    • Cryptocoryne on Lava Rock with Moss
    • Cryptocoryne on Lava Rock with Moss
    • Cryptocoryne on Lava Rock with Moss
    • Cryptocoryne on Lava Rock with Moss
    • Cryptocoryne on Lava Rock with Moss
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    Cryptocoryne on Lava Rock with Moss

    Cryptocoryne and moss on mini lava rock — ready to place

    Ask a question Over 1,100 sold
    Easy care Low light CO2 not required Midground plant
    £18.99
    £18.99
    • In stock

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

    Cryptocoryne on Lava Rock with Moss
    Cryptocoryne on Lava Rock with Moss
    Cryptocoryne on Lava Rock with Moss
    Cryptocoryne on Lava Rock with Moss
    Cryptocoryne on Lava Rock with Moss

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    Useful additions for your aquarium

    Care essentials chosen for this plant

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    Brighter results
    Neutro T Aquarium Plant Fertiliser Recommended size
    £10.99
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    Helps boost plant growth
    and colouration.

    Recommended size
    £10.99
    Superfish Aquarium Plant Scissors Recommended size
    £11.99
    Useful additions for planting day Carefully packed with your plants Specialist aquarium plant care
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    About this planted decor

    This mini lava rock piece combines Cryptocoryne with aquarium moss, creating a compact planted feature that can be placed anywhere in the aquarium without substrate planting. The Cryptocoryne provides broad, coloured leaves while the moss fills in around it with a soft, dense texture — together they create a layered, natural appearance in a ready-made format.

    Cryptocoryne is one of the most tolerant and adaptable plant genera available. It grows in low to medium light without CO2 injection and handles a wide range of water conditions. The moss is equally easy. Like all crypts it may experience brief leaf melt after being moved to a new tank — this is normal and the plant regrows from the root within a few weeks.

    The plants are pre-established on the lava rock so no further attachment is needed — simply rinse and place in the aquarium. The lava rock sinks immediately and can be moved or repositioned at any time. The mini size suits aquariums of 20 litres and above and is particularly effective in shrimp tanks and nano set-ups.

    Customers praised this aquarium plant for its "excellent quality" and healthy appearance. Reviews consistently mentioned "beautiful, healthy plant" with strong, vibrant leaves attached to lava rock. Fast delivery and secure packaging were highlighted. Fish reportedly love it, and customers noted minimal melting issues. One shopper found it "not as good as expected" but overall sentiment remains overwhelmingly positive.

    • A beautifully healthy plant with loads of light green leaves - exactly what I wanted!
    • I was expecting them to melt but they seem to be doing fine with no signs of melting.
    • Healthy, undemanding plants on a nice bit of decor. What's not to like?
    • 5 stars: 30 (97%)
    • 4 stars: 1 (3%)
    • 3 stars: 0 (0%)
    • 2 stars: 0 (0%)
    • 1 star: 0 (0%)
    R
    Roger P. (Gosport, GB)
    Fit:
    Very bad
    Very good
    Great plant looks great in the aquarium

    Great plant looks great in the aquarium, fast delivery, very well packed

    Roger P. review photo
    J
    Jan J. (Bristol, GB)
    Fit:
    Very bad
    Very good
    Excellent quality - looks really stunning

    Excellent quality - looks really stunning & healthy

    Jan J. review photo
    T
    Tonie L. (Bury St Edmunds, GB)
    Beautiful, healthy plant

    I placed my order on Friday morning and received it the following day. The plants we well packaged and very healthy. I placed them in my aquarium immediately and they really made a difference.

    Tonie L. review photo
    E
    Etsy c.

    Absolutely beautiful plant I’m so pleased
    Thank you

    Etsy c. review photo
    M
    Mrs P. (Basingstoke, GB)
    Fit:
    Very bad
    Very good
    Lovely plant, nice size

    Lovely plant, nice size

    S
    Stephen R. (Manchester, GB)
    I have received 3 crips in total and they were

    I have received 3 crips in total and they were all great. All attached to wood or rock. I was expecting them to melt as is normal but they seem to be doing fine and I have not seen any signs of melting.

    S
    Samantha B. (Lambeth, GB)
    The fish love

    The fish love it

    c
    colin

    Plants arribed in excellent condition and were well packaged, even though royal mail delivered them a day late everything was still healthy and looks great in the tank.

    S
    S.W.

    Very healthy plant and well packaged.

    D
    Deborah

    Beautiful

    S
    Steven

    Lovely looking plant

    J
    J.S.

    Good

    Z
    Zoey

    Excellent quality plant, growing well. Very happy

    P
    Phillip H. (Bournemouth, GB)
    fish tank

    great plants strong and healthy plants easy to move around thae tank

    G
    Greg

    Nice plants

    G
    Greg M. (Welwyn Garden City, GB)
    Plants

    Very good quality plants .Delivered fast

    S
    Sonia

    Very good quality. Love it

    R
    Rebecca H. (Reading, GB)

    Lovely healthy looking plant. Adds to the aquascaping in aquarium.

    E
    Elaine f.W. (Llanfairpwllgwyngyll, GB)
    Great addition to my tank

    Bought for my daughter as I had previously bought plants for my own aquarium, they are all healthy growing well snail and algae free, also purchased the moss on coconut and plants on wood, would definitely recommend

    G
    Grant S.
    Review

    A bargain and looks great in my tank.

    P
    Peter R.
    Review

    I've bought quite a few of these for a tank which only has thin cosmetic subrate - healthy, undemanding plants on a nice bit of decor. What's not to like?

    P
    Peter R.
    Review

    Excellent plants, arrived in perfect condition as usual and are already thriving!

    J
    Julie H.
    Review

    Arrived in perfect condition Healthy plant, exactly as shown on website. Been in aquarium 10 days,doing well & has grown a bit already. Fish love it too

    E
    Eric L.
    Review

    What a pleasant surprise! A beautifully healthy plant with loads of light green leaves. It was properly attached (much better than I could have done) to a small piece of wood that fits into my aquarium perfectly. No need to disturb the substrate, just set it wherever you want and 'bingo', job done with no problems at all. Exactly what I wanted. Well done to all at AquaEssentials, thank you so much.

    A
    Amanda H.
    Review

    Arrived in excellent condition. Looks great in my tank and fish love it. Highly recommend.

    A
    Aiga H.
    Review

    Looked remarkably good. Quick delivery!

    S
    Susan B.
    Review

    Came quick and looks beautiful pleased with this glad I bought it

    N
    Norma P.
    Review

    Lovely plant wanted something with colour and doesn't disappoint looks great with my other plants. Also bigger than expected

    S
    Susan B.
    Review

    Very pleased with this looks beautiful in my aquarium

    K
    Kenneth A.
    Review

    Not as good as I thought it would but in the tank so we wil keep an eye on it

    Product FAQs

    Do the plants need to be planted in substrate?

    No — both the Cryptocoryne and moss are pre-established on the lava rock. Just rinse and place it wherever you want in the tank.

    What is crypt melt and will it happen?

    Crypt melt is when Cryptocoryne shed their leaves after being moved to a new tank. It is common and normal — the roots stay healthy and the plant regrows within a few weeks.

    Does it need CO2 or specialist lighting?

    No — Cryptocoryne and moss both grow under standard aquarium lighting without CO2 injection.

    Is it suitable for shrimp tanks?

    Yes — both plants are shrimp-safe and the moss provides excellent grazing surface and shelter for shrimp.

    Will each piece look exactly like the photo?

    Not exactly — each piece is natural and varies slightly in plant size, rock shape, and moss coverage. The photo shows a typical example.