Aquarium plant

Cryptocoryne affinis

Foreground, MidgroundRosette plant

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Plant overview

Cryptocoryne affinis is a rosette plant for foreground and midground planting. Recorded care includes easy care and low light and recommended CO₂.

Water parameters include temperature 22–26 °C, pH 6–8, KH 3–21 °dKH, CO₂ 5–3 mg/L.

Planting & care

  • PlacementForeground, Midground
  • GrowthRosette plant
  • LightLow
  • CO2Recommended
  • Height1–4 cm

Water conditions

Temperature
22–26 °C
pH
6–8
Carbonate hardness
3–21 °dKH
CO₂ (mg/L)
5–3 mg/L

Growth & placement

Growth rate
Slow
Propagation
Daughter-plant cuttings
Color
green

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Araceae
Genus
Cryptocoryne

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FAQ

Where should Cryptocoryne affinis be planted?

Use it for foreground and midground planting.

What light does Cryptocoryne affinis need?

Light requirement: low.

What temperature suits Cryptocoryne affinis?

Temperature: 22–26 °C.

How tall does Cryptocoryne affinis grow?

Height: 1–4 cm.