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Cryptocoryne Balansae Red (large plant pot)
₹350 Original price was: ₹350.₹110Current price is: ₹110.
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Categories: Aquarium Plants in Kerala, Aquatic Plants, Plants
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Description
Cryptocoryne Balansae Red is a striking aquatic plant, prized by aquarium enthusiasts for its unique, wavy, and long red-green leaves. It’s a variant of the popular Cryptocoryne Balansae, known for its hardiness and adaptability in freshwater aquariums.
Key Features:
- Leaf Shape: Long, narrow, and crinkled leaves that can grow up to 20-40 cm (8-16 inches) in length.
- Color: The leaves of the red variant have a beautiful reddish-brown hue that deepens under optimal lighting conditions, while the undersides may retain a greenish tint.
- Growth: Grows slowly but steadily, making it an ideal background plant in planted aquariums.
Care Instructions:
- Lighting: Medium to high light is required to bring out the rich red tones of the leaves. While it can tolerate lower light, the red coloration will be less vibrant.
- Water Parameters:
- Temperature: 22-28°C (72-82°F)
- pH: 6.0-7.5, though it prefers slightly acidic water.
- Hardness: Soft to medium-hard water (3-8 dGH).
- Substrate: Cryptocoryne species benefit from a nutrient-rich substrate, as they are heavy root feeders. Using substrate fertilizers or root tabs can promote healthy growth.
- CO2 and Nutrients: While not necessary, adding CO2 and regular dosing of liquid fertilizers (rich in iron) can help enhance growth and color intensity.
- Growth Habit: It grows in a rosette form, with the leaves arching outward, making it a good choice for the background of an aquarium.
- Melting: Like many Cryptocoryne species, it may experience “Crypt melt,” where the leaves die off when first introduced to a new environment. However, the plant will recover and produce new growth once acclimated.
- Propagation: Propagates through runners, which will create new plants over time. These can be separated and replanted.
Ideal Use:
This plant is great for creating a natural, flowing background in aquascapes. Its red tones add a contrasting element against green plants, providing visual interest. Cryptocoryne Balansae Red thrives in aquariums with a stable environment, making it a perfect choice for planted tanks aiming for a natural, balanced look.
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