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Cryptocoryne Pontederiifolia

$5.95 USD
by Nature Aquariums
Type: AQUARIUM PLANTS

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Common Name: Crypt Pontederiifolia

Crypt Pontederiifolia is a unique Cryptocoryne variant identified by its long stems and arrowhead-shaped leaves, generally light to olive green with the underside sometimes developing a slight pink hue. This plant grows quite tall, making it suitable for the midground or background of the aquarium.

Skill Level Easy
CO2 Not Required
Requires Aqua Soil Recommended — feeds through the roots in good aquarium substrate
Type Rooted (Crypt)
Max Height 4-10"
Placement Midground / Background
Light Level Low to Medium (approx. 20-50 PAR)
Origin Endemic to Borneo
Other Family: Araceae. pH 6-7.5. Slow grower.

Care & Planting: Remove the cotton surrounding the roots and plant into quality substrate. Cryptocoryne prefer not to be moved once planted — avoid relocating them if possible.

A note on "crypt melt": Cryptocoryne are well known for shedding their leaves after being moved, replanted, or exposed to a sudden change in water parameters. This is normal — new, better-adapted leaves typically regrow within a few weeks once the plant settles in. Don't panic if it happens; just maintain stable conditions and give it time to recover.