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Cryptocoryne albida Brown

Model:126b

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    Quick Facts

    Rating: Easy

    Origin: Asia

    Common name:

    Position in Aquarium: Foreground

    Growth Rate: Slow

    Grows up to (cm): 15 cm

    Pot Size: 5 cm

    Plant Sizes

    The image of the plant you'll be receiving is just an example of what you can expect. Each plant is unique and may vary in size and shape, so it won't be an exact match to the photo. If we provide a size guide, keep in mind that it's just an estimate and that plants can vary in size depending on the time of year.

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    If you choose Express Delivery, we will replace any plants that are damaged due to delays. Express Delivery is a fast, trackable, and reliable option with a one hour delivery window. It also ensures that the plants will arrive in the same condition as when they left our facility. If you choose a different postage option, such as Tracked 24 or Tracked 48, you will not be covered for any damages due to delays and will assume the risk yourself if the plants do not arrive in good condition. Express Delivery includes an insurance policy, which may cost more but provides added peace of mind.

    

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    This little Cryptocoryne comes from Asia, and grows naturally in Thailand.

    The narrow, red-brown leaves have clear, black patterns and beautifully waving leaf edges. Each leaf grows to be about 1-3 cm wide and up to 15 cm long, giving the plant a light and graceful look, which is easy to combine with other plants inside the aquarium, enabling beautiful contrasts. Like many other Cryptocorynes, it is able to grow under most conditions and can thrive at even very poor light conditions. However, it will only grow very slow under such conditions. 

    Understanding Crypt melt - all Cryptocoryne species require stable water parameter and light conditions. Once planted, Crypts should not be moved otherwise it can trigger what is called Crypt melt. If a Crypt has a significant change of environment (ph, kh, gh, lighting intensity or duration, root disturbance etc), Crypt melt can be triggered. The leaves start to disintegrate as the plant prepares for its new environment - DO NOT WORRY! Your plant will begin to grow back over the next 30 days (sometimes sooner, sometimes later) - it's still very much alive and busy getting ready for the growth of new leaves. In the meantime, any decaying leaves should be trimmed and recycled in a compost bin.

    Cryptocoryne albida Brown - Aqua Essentials
    Cryptocoryne albida Brown - Aqua Essentials
    Cryptocoryne albida Brown
    Cryptocoryne albida Brown - Aqua Essentials
    Cryptocoryne albida Brown - Aqua Essentials

    Here's a few tips about this plant that are worth mentioning.

    1. Lots of colour

    Red plants are popular in the hobby because they break up the sea of green that we see so much of. Use red plants in groups to create focal points and consider positioning them around wood or rock for a stylish look.

    2. Red plants need more light

    Red plants get their colour from light intensity. The reason they arrive with lovely colours is because they're grown in greenhouses that have access to lots of natural light. This means they grow fast, and colourful. If you don't have lots of light (and these plants really like pink light), colour can be less along with speed of growth.

    3. Don't forget to trim

    Most red plants are stems and this means they generally grow quite fast. It's important to trim stem plants regularly and don't be concerned when trimming 50% each time. This allows the plant to retain their colours and stay bushy. If you let them grow too big, they'll drop their lower leaves and concentrate on their top section (resembling a forest canopy) which you don't want.

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    Customer Reviews

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    Phillip Kerr

    Lovely colouration and in excellent condition

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    Shane H.
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    A stunning little crypt. On day 12 after planting and no melt back at all and some nice slow growth.

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    Shane H.
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    A stunning little crypt. On day 12 after planting and no melt back at all and some nice slow growth.

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    Karl S.
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    Nicely coloured plant that adds good colour, interest and definition.

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    Karl S.
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    Nicely coloured plant that adds good colour, interest and definition.

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    Reggie W.
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    Lovely plant which seems to be doing well after 1 week. No signs of crypt melt so far which was something which had put me off adding cryptocorynes to my tank. There is actually some new leaves growing already.

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    Reggie W.
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    Lovely plant which seems to be doing well after 1 week. No signs of crypt melt so far which was something which had put me off adding cryptocorynes to my tank. There is actually some new leaves growing already.

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    Mark H.
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    As always plants arrived in great condition and in only a week have the growth is just great

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    Mark H.
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    As always plants arrived in great condition and in only a week have the growth is just great

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    Teresa T.
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    Beautiful plant.

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