Cryptocoryne wendtii 'Mi Oya' - 5cm Net Pot

Cryptocoryne wendtii 'Mi Oya' - Aquatic Plant

Product Details

Contents: One potted Cryptocoryne wendtii 'Mi Oya'

Dimensions: Varies with growth, typically up to 15-20 cm in height

General Description

• Common Name(s): Cryptocoryne 'Mi Oya'
• Scientific Name: Cryptocoryne wendtii 'Mi Oya'
• Family Name: Araceae
• Species Name: Cryptocoryne wendtii
• Visual Description: Rosette plant with green to brownish leaves, varying in texture and coloration under different conditions

Growing Conditions

• Light Requirements: Moderate to low
• Water Requirements: Freshwater, prefers soft to slightly hard water
• Temperature Range: 22-28°C (72-82°F)
• Humidity Preferences: Submerged or emersed with high humidity

Planting & Care

• Substrate Preferences: Rich, fine substrate
• Fertilization Needs: Moderate, benefits from root tabs or liquid fertilizer
• Propagation Methods: Runners or splitting the rhizome
• Pruning/Tidying Up: Trim as necessary to manage growth

Placement

• Aquarium Placement: Midground or foreground
• Attachment: Does not need to attach to rocks or wood
• Spacing Requirements: Plant 5-10 cm apart to allow room for spreading

Compatibility

• Aquarium Compatibility: Compatible with most freshwater fish and invertebrates; avoid with species that dig extensively
• Pest/Disease Resistance: Generally resilient but can be prone to crypt melt under stress

Special Requirements or Tips

• Special Care Instructions: Stable water conditions help prevent crypt melt; acclimate slowly to new conditions
• Seasonal Care: No specific seasonal care required in aquarium settings

Ecological Impact

• Invasiveness: Not invasive when kept in contained aquariums
• Benefit to Wildlife: Provides shelter and breeding grounds for aquatic life