Aquarium plant

Cryptocoryne fusca

Foreground, MidgroundRosette plant

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Plant overview

Cryptocoryne fusca is a rosette plant for foreground and midground planting. Recorded care includes medium care and low light.

Water parameters include temperature 23–27 °C, pH 5–8.5, KH 0–10 °dKH.

Planting & care

  • PlacementForeground, Midground
  • GrowthRosette plant
  • LightLow
  • Height1–25 cm

Water conditions

Temperature
23–27 °C
pH
5–8.5
Carbonate hardness
0–10 °dKH

Nutrients

Nitrate (NO₃)
10–50 mg/L
Phosphate (PO₄)
0.5–3 mg/L
Potassium (K)
5–50 mg/L
Iron (Fe)
0.05–0.2 mg/L

Growth & placement

Growth rate
Slow
Width
15–25 cm
Propagation
Runners

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Araceae
Genus
Cryptocoryne

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FAQ

Where should Cryptocoryne fusca be planted?

Use it for foreground and midground planting.

What light does Cryptocoryne fusca need?

Light requirement: low.

What temperature suits Cryptocoryne fusca?

Temperature: 23–27 °C.

How tall does Cryptocoryne fusca grow?

Height: 1–25 cm.