Aquarium Plant Care: Cryptocoryne wendtii - Brown
Cryptocoryne wendtii, also known as brown crypt, can be a beautiful addition to your aquarium. Here are some care tips:
- Lighting: Provide moderate to low lighting.
- Water Parameters: Maintain slightly acidic to neutral water conditions (pH 6.0-7.5) and a temperature range of 22-28°C (72-82°F).
- Height: Maximum height of 20cm.
- Growth Rate: Slow to medium.
- Care Level: Easy.
- Placement: Foreground to midground.
- Substrate: Use nutrient-rich substrate like aquarium soil or gravel.
- Fertilisation: Regularly fertilise with liquid fertilisers or root tabs.
- Pruning: Trim the plant regularly to maintain its shape.
- Propagation: Propagate by dividing the rhizome or separating offshoots.
- Water Quality: Perform regular water changes to maintain good water quality.
- Compatibility: Cryptocoryne wendtii is generally compatible with most fish species.
- CO2 Injection: Consider CO2 supplementation for faster growth.
- Algae Control: Monitor for algae growth and maintain proper balance.