{"product_id":"tropica-125-tissue-culture-cryptocoryne-crispatula","title":"Tropica 125 Tissue Culture - Cryptocoryne crispatula","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTropica 125 Tissue Culture - Cryptocoryne crispatula\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTropica 125 Tissue Culture - Cryptocoryne crispatula\u003c\/strong\u003e is a live aquarium plant supplied from tissue culture in a closed cup. It suits aquarists who want a background rosette plant whose long leaves can drift across the water surface, and it is a good choice for a South African planted tank that needs a low-demand rear feature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong leaves that can float on the water surface when the plant is placed at the back of the tank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot very demanding, with low light and low CO2 requirements listed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedium growth rate from a single rosette\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeaves are either entirely green or maroon, which adds colour variation to a planted layout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied from tissue culture in a closed cup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout This Plant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCryptocoryne crispatula var. balansae comes from the limestone mountains of Southern Thailand, where the water can be very hard. It is not a fussy species, but it appreciates a nutritious substrate and good light. Like many other Cryptocorynes, it needs time to acclimatise before growth starts in earnest, so be patient after planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe leaves reach 20-60 cm (8-24\") in length. The single rosette plant grows 15-20 cm (6-8\") wide, so allow room for it to spread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace it in the rear part of the tank, where the leaves can float on the water surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant it in a nutritious substrate and give it good light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow it time to acclimatise before expecting solid growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlanted freshwater aquariums that need a background plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAquarists who want a rosette plant with low light and low CO2 demand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTanks with enough height and rear space for long leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant type: Rosulate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Asia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth rate: Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: 20 - 30+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight demand: Low\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCO2 demand: Low\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeaf length: 20-60 cm (8-24\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRosette width: 15-20 cm (6-8\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeaf colour: entirely green or maroon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTropica 125 Tissue Culture - Cryptocoryne crispatula, a live aquatic plant supplied in a closed cup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note: this is a live aquatic aquarium plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere should I plant Cryptocoryne crispatula in my aquarium?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nPlace it in the rear part of the tank. From there, its long leaves can float across the water surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow big does it get?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe leaves grow 20-60 cm (8-24\") long. The single rosette plant reaches 15-20 cm (6-8\") wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it need CO2 injection or very bright lighting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIts listed light demand and CO2 demand are both low. It still appreciates good light and a nutritious substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy isn't it growing straight after planting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nLike many other Cryptocorynes, it needs to acclimatise before growth starts in earnest. Give it time in a suitable position with good light and a nutritious substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat colour will the leaves be?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe leaves are either entirely green or maroon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere does this plant come from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCryptocoryne crispatula var. balansae is from the limestone mountains of Southern Thailand, where the water can be very hard.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AQUATIX","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40206467596342,"sku":"5703249925022","price":230.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0151\/9016\/3510\/files\/Tropica125TissueCulture-Cryptocorynecrispatula2.jpg?v=1760187501","url":"https:\/\/jungleaquatics.com\/products\/tropica-125-tissue-culture-cryptocoryne-crispatula","provider":"Jungle Aquatics Pet Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}