{"product_id":"cryptocoryne-crispatula","title":"Cryptocoryne crispatula","description":"\u003cp\u003eCreate a dramatic, natural backdrop with \u003ci\u003eCryptocoryne crispatula\u003c\/i\u003e, a highly sought-after background plant native to South East Asia. Best known for its long, ribbon-like leaves with crinkled (undulating) edges and textured surfaces, this species adds instant vertical structure and movement to medium and large aquariums. Under moderate lighting, its foliage displays rich, vibrant green tones that contrast beautifully with hardscape and broad-leaf plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExtremely resilient and adaptable, \u003ci\u003eC. crispatula\u003c\/i\u003e thrives in harder water conditions, making it one of the few plants well-suited for cichlid setups as well as community aquariums. It is ideal for low-tech setups, though added CO₂ and root fertilization will accelerate growth and leaf density.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/b\u003e Easy (Beginner-friendly)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/b\u003e Background\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLighting:\u003c\/b\u003e Low to Medium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/b\u003e 20–28°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003epH Range:\u003c\/b\u003e 6.0–9.0\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/b\u003e Moderately Hard to Very Hard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCO2 Requirements:\u003c\/b\u003e Optional (5–30 mg\/L)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/b\u003e Moderate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e Up to 60 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/b\u003e Underground runners\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAquascaping Tip:\u003c\/b\u003e Plant deeply into a nutrient-rich substrate or place root tabs near its base, as this species feeds heavily through its root system. Like many \u003ci\u003eCryptocoryne\u003c\/i\u003e species, it may experience initial leaf \"melt\" when adapting to new water parameters; leave the root system intact and it will sprout fresh, acclimated foliage shortly.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Britblooms","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54749654942035,"sku":null,"price":5.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1037\/9919\/3939\/files\/cryptocoryne_crispatula_3.webp?v=1787835678","url":"https:\/\/shop.britblooms.com\/products\/cryptocoryne-crispatula","provider":"Britblooms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}