Aquarium plant

Cryptocoryne cordata var. siamensis

Midground, BackgroundRosette plant

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Plant overview

For midground and background planting, Cryptocoryne cordata var. siamensis grows as a rosette plant. Its profile combines easy care, low light, recommended CO₂.

Cryptocoryne cordata var. siamensis suits water with temperature 23–28 °C, pH 4.5–7, KH 2–12 °dKH, CO₂ 1–4 mg/L.

Planting & care

  • PlacementMidground, Background
  • GrowthRosette plant
  • LightLow
  • CO2Recommended

Water conditions

Temperature
23–28 °C
pH
4.5–7
Carbonate hardness
2–12 °dKH
CO₂ (mg/L)
1–4 mg/L

Growth & placement

Growth rate
Slow
Propagation
Daughter-plant cuttings
Color
green, red

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Araceae
Genus
Cryptocoryne

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FAQ

Where should Cryptocoryne cordata var. siamensis be planted?

Use it for midground and background planting.

What light does Cryptocoryne cordata var. siamensis need?

Light requirement: low.

What temperature suits Cryptocoryne cordata var. siamensis?

Temperature: 23–28 °C.