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Cryptocoryne wendtii 'Pink Flamingo' - Tissue Culture Cup

Cryptocoryne wendtii 'Pink Flamingo' - Tissue Culture Cup

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Cryptocoryne wendtii 'Pink Flamingo' - Tissue Culture Cup

Product Details

Contents: Each tissue culture cup contains 5-15 individual plants, offering a healthy start for your aquarium.

Dimensions: Cup size is approximately 5 cm in height by 7 cm in width, perfectly sized for easy planting.

General Description

  • Common Name(s): Pink Flamingo Crypt
  • Scientific Name: Cryptocoryne wendtii 'Pink Flamingo'
  • Visual Description: This aquatic plant features a stunning blend of pink and green hues, with elongated, wavy leaves. It reaches an average height of 10-15 cm, making it an eye-catching midground option for aquariums.

Growing Conditions

  • Light Requirements: Medium to high lighting to maintain its vibrant pink coloration.
  • Water Requirements: Prefers soft to moderately hard water, with a pH of 6.0 to 7.5.
  • Temperature Range: Thrives in warmer water temperatures between 22°C to 28°C (72°F to 82°F).
  • Humidity Preferences: Submerged growth in aquatic environments.

Planting & Care

  • Substrate Preferences: Benefits from a nutrient-rich substrate but can also adapt to sand or gravel if supplemented with root tabs.
  • Fertilization Needs: Responds well to liquid fertilizers, especially those rich in iron and micronutrients, to enhance coloration and growth.
  • Propagation Methods: Propagates through runners that develop from the base of the mother plant.
  • Pruning/Tidying Up: Prune as necessary to manage growth and remove any yellow or damaged leaves.

Placement

  • Aquarium Placement: Ideal for midground planting. Can be planted individually or in small groups for a more dramatic effect.
  • Attachment: Does not require attachment to wood or rocks; should be planted directly into the substrate.
  • Spacing Requirements: Space approximately 5-10 cm apart to allow room for growth and propagation.

Compatibility

  • Aquarium Compatibility: Compatible with a wide range of fish and invertebrates. Its robust nature makes it resistant to nibbling by most species.
  • Pest/Disease Resistance: Generally resistant to common aquatic plant diseases, though good tank maintenance is essential to prevent issues.

Special Requirements or Tips

  • Special Care Instructions: For best coloration, ensure adequate lighting and consider CO2 supplementation, though it's not strictly necessary for growth.
  • Seasonal Care: Stable aquarium conditions are sufficient; no special seasonal care required.

Ecological Impact

  • Invasiveness: Not known to be invasive in aquarium settings. Always dispose of aquatic plants responsibly.
  • Benefit to Wildlife: Provides shelter and breeding grounds for fish and invertebrates in the aquarium.
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