Aquarium plant

Cryptocoryne spiralis var. spiralis

Midground, BackgroundRosette plant

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Plant overview

Cryptocoryne spiralis var. spiralis is a rosette plant for midground and background planting. Recorded care includes easy care and low light and recommended CO₂.

Water parameters include temperature 23–28 °C, pH 5–8, KH 2–20 °dKH, CO₂ 1–4 mg/L.

Planting & care

  • PlacementMidground, Background
  • GrowthRosette plant
  • LightLow
  • CO2Recommended

Water conditions

Temperature
23–28 °C
pH
5–8
Carbonate hardness
2–20 °dKH
CO₂ (mg/L)
1–4 mg/L

Growth & placement

Growth rate
Medium
Propagation
Daughter-plant cuttings

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Araceae
Genus
Cryptocoryne

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FAQ

Where should Cryptocoryne spiralis var. spiralis be planted?

Use it for midground and background planting.

What light does Cryptocoryne spiralis var. spiralis need?

Light requirement: low.

What temperature suits Cryptocoryne spiralis var. spiralis?

Temperature: 23–28 °C.