Cryptocoryne aponogetifolia
Description
Plants height: 40–60 cm
Temperature: 22–28°C
PH Tolerance: 6.0–7.5
Lighting: Moderate to high
Growth Rate(slow, medium, fast): Medium
Origin: Philippines
Position: Background
Care Tips: Cryptocoryne aponogetifolia is a large, elegant species with long, ruffled leaves, ideal for background planting in taller aquariums. It thrives in nutrient-rich substrates and benefits from consistent lighting and optional CO₂ supplementation. This plant adapts well but may melt when first introduced—stable water conditions encourage regrowth.