Aquarium plant

Cryptocoryne × purpurea

Midground, BackgroundRosette plant

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Plant overview

Cryptocoryne × purpurea grows as a rosette plant and fits midground and background planting. Care: medium care, low light, recommended CO₂.

Recorded water ranges cover temperature 23–28 °C, pH 5–6, KH 2–16 °dKH, CO₂ 1–4 mg/L.

Planting & care

  • PlacementMidground, Background
  • GrowthRosette plant
  • LightLow
  • CO2Recommended

Water conditions

Temperature
23–28 °C
pH
5–6
Carbonate hardness
2–16 °dKH
CO₂ (mg/L)
1–4 mg/L

Growth & placement

Growth rate
Slow
Propagation
Daughter-plant cuttings

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Araceae
Genus
Cryptocoryne

Similar plants

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FAQ

Where should Cryptocoryne × purpurea be planted?

Use it for midground and background planting.

What light does Cryptocoryne × purpurea need?

Light requirement: low.

What temperature suits Cryptocoryne × purpurea?

Temperature: 23–28 °C.