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Cryptocoryne undulata

Cryptocoryne undulata
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✦ DIFFICULTY Easy

A forgiving choice for newer planted tanks.

☀ LIGHT Low

Around 10 hours is a useful starting point.

≈ CO₂ Recommended

Can grow without it, but responds noticeably to supplementation.

↗ GROWTH Slow

Low trimming needs.

PLANT OVERVIEW

About Cryptocoryne undulata

A beautiful rosette plant with wavy, dark green to brown leaves.

Cryptocoryne undulata features distinctive wavy leaf margins. It is undemanding and forms a nice contrast against lighter green plants.
Shrimp friendly Nano suitable Low-tech suitable High-tech suitable
CARE PROFILE

What this plant needs.

The useful numbers and practical notes, grouped around how you actually keep the plant.

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TANK FIT

Placement + size

Primary placementMidground
Typical height4–10 in
Typical width6 in
Suggested minimum tank5 gal
Suggested tank height12 in+
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LIGHT + CO₂

Energy demand

Ideal lightLow
Photoperiod range8–12 hr
Approx. PAR15–60
Injected CO₂Recommended
CO₂ benefitModerate
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NUTRITION

Where it feeds

Root feedingHigh
Water-column feedingLow
Overall fertilizer demandModerate
Iron demandLow
MicronutrientsLow
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WATER

Useful parameter range

Temperature72–82°F
pH6–7.5
GH2–15 dGH
KH2–12 dKH
PLANTING

How to plant it.

Substrate: Nutrient-rich substrate

Bury roots, keep crown exposed.

GROWTH + PROPAGATION

What to expect after planting.

Propagation

Runners

Acclimation

Prone to crypt melt.

COMMON PROBLEMS

What usually goes wrong.

Crypt melt upon introduction.

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