Cryptocoryne wendtii 'Tropica'

Cryptocoryne wendtii 'Tropica' is a cultivar of the universally popular Sri Lankan wendtii selected for consistent performance and compact, well-formed growth. Its broad leaves display a rich brown-green colouration across a heavily hammered surface that catches and diffuses aquarium lighting beautifully. It remains more compact than some wendtii varieties, making it versatile for foreground and midground use in a wide range of aquarium sizes. Like all wendtii forms, it is forgiving of water quality variations and does not require CO2 or intensive fertilisation. It is an excellent first Cryptocoryne for newcomers to the planted tank hobby and a reliable staple for experienced aquascapers.

Light: Low to moderate; remarkably tolerant of low light — one of the easiest Cryptocoryne. CO2: Not required; thrives across virtually all low-tech and high-tech setups. Fertilisation: Root tabs and occasional liquid feeding; very low maintenance requirements. Placement: Foreground to midground; ideal in any planted aquarium of any size. Propagation: Very prolific runners; separate daughter plants once rooted to fill foreground.