Cryptocoryne Beckettii (Crypt. Beckettii) – Tissue Culture

Introduction

The Cryptocoryne Beckettii is a classic, easy-to-grow aquatic plant that adds beautiful texture and natural depth to freshwater aquariums. This Sri Lankan native features long, narrow leaves with wavy edges, ranging in color from deep green to reddish-brown, depending on lighting and nutrient conditions. It is perfect for midground placement in aquascapes, where its compact, bushy growth provides excellent coverage for fish and invertebrates.

Grown in sterile tissue culture cups, this plant is 100% pest-free, disease-free, and algae-free, ensuring a healthy and worry-free start in your aquarium. Unlike traditionally grown plants, tissue-cultured specimens arrive with strong, young growth, ready to establish in your tank.

Features We Love:

• Unique Color Variations Green, bronze, and reddish-brown tones shift based on lighting and nutrients.
• Hardy & Adaptable Thrives in a variety of tank conditions, making it an excellent choice for beginners and experts alike.
• Perfect for Midground Aquascaping Creates natural-looking clusters with lush, textured foliage.
• Ideal for Shrimp & Community Tanks Provides excellent cover and biofilm-grazing surfaces for shrimp and fish.

Care Guidelines:

• Light: Low to moderate.
• Temperature: 72 – 82 F (22 – 28 C).
• pH Range: 6.0 – 7.5.
• Growth Rate: Slow to moderate.
• Ideal Placement: Midground.

Pro Tips:

• Rooted Growth Unlike rhizome plants, Crypts prefer to be planted in the substrate and will develop strong root systems.
• Avoid Disturbance Once planted, Crypts can melt if moved or if parameters shift, but they will recover with time.
• Nutrient-Rich Substrate Helps Crypts absorb nutrients through their roots, so using a planted tank substrate or adding root tabs boosts growth.
• CO Optional, But Beneficial While not required, CO supplementation can enhance growth and intensify coloration.

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