Cryptocoryne Wendtii Red

Crytocoryne Wendtii originates from Sri Lanka. The leaf color may depend on several factors, including lighting and fertilization, and may range from brown to red to olive green.

Care & Maintenance for Cryptocoryne Red

This is one of the most hardiest and adaptable of Cryptocoryne species and will do well in most aquarium conditions and under varied lighting.C. Wendtii looks best when planted in groups, creating dense clumps. It is a medium to fast grower and propagates from shoots and runners.

• Minimum Lighting Required: Low-Moderate
• Temperature Range: 71-82°F
• Tank Placement: Foreground - Midground

This plant can be used as a foreground or midground plant. In smaller aquariums, it can be planted in the background areas of the aquarium. You can plant Wendtii in gravel. No specialized substrate is required although Cryptocoryne Wendtii Red will do much better in a loosely packed substrate rich in nutrients such as Fluval Stratum or Rio Escuro. 

Cryptocoryne Wendtii Red is also available as potted.

Plants at Modern Aquarium

At Modern Aquarium, we strive to bring you healthy, beautiful specimens in every order. While the photos on our website are just examples of what you will receive, we do examine each plant in person before shipping it to you. If you have any questions about what to expect from your order, how to plant your new specimen, or the best starter plants for your tank, reach out to us any time!