Aquarium plant

Cryptocoryne retrospiralis

Foreground, MidgroundRosette plant

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Plant overview

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

Water parameters include temperature 20–26 °C, pH 5–8, KH 2–20 °dKH, CO₂ 5–4 mg/L.

Planting & care

  • PlacementForeground, Midground
  • GrowthRosette plant
  • LightLow
  • CO2Recommended
  • Height1–24 cm

Water conditions

Temperature
20–26 °C
pH
5–8
Carbonate hardness
2–20 °dKH
CO₂ (mg/L)
5–4 mg/L

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
Daughter-plant cuttings

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Araceae
Genus
Cryptocoryne

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FAQ

Where should Cryptocoryne retrospiralis be planted?

Use it for foreground and midground planting.

What light does Cryptocoryne retrospiralis need?

Light requirement: low.

What temperature suits Cryptocoryne retrospiralis?

Temperature: 20–26 °C.

How tall does Cryptocoryne retrospiralis grow?

Height: 1–24 cm.