Aquarium plant

Cryptocoryne longicauda

Foreground, MidgroundRosette plant

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Plant overview

Cryptocoryne longicauda grows as a rosette plant and fits foreground and midground planting. Care: difficult care, low light.

Recorded water ranges cover temperature 26–28 °C, pH 5–6, KH 0–10 °dKH.

Planting & care

  • PlacementForeground, Midground
  • GrowthRosette plant
  • LightLow
  • Height2–5 cm

Water conditions

Temperature
26–28 °C
pH
5–6
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
Propagation
Runners

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Araceae
Genus
Cryptocoryne

Similar plants

Cryptocoryne griffithii Similar traits: growth type, placement, and difficulty Cryptocoryne cordata var. cordata Similar traits: growth type, placement, and difficulty Cryptocoryne lingua Similar traits: growth type, placement, and difficulty Cryptocoryne × willisii "lucens" Similar traits: growth type, placement, and light Cryptocoryne affinis Similar traits: growth type, placement, and light Cryptocoryne albida Similar traits: growth type, placement, and light

FAQ

Where should Cryptocoryne longicauda be planted?

Use it for foreground and midground planting.

What light does Cryptocoryne longicauda need?

Light requirement: low.

What temperature suits Cryptocoryne longicauda?

Temperature: 26–28 °C.

How tall does Cryptocoryne longicauda grow?

Height: 2–5 cm.