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Cryptocoryne Balansae
Cryptocoryne crispatula var. balansae
Family: Araceae
Cryptocoryne Balansae is a dramatic, tall-growing crypt producing strap-like leaves with deeply ruffled, crinkled edges that can reach 40–60 cm in length. Its striking vertical texture makes it one of the most visually distinctive background plants available without requiring high tech. Once established it is robust and spreads into an impressive stand via runners.
Keeping this species
- co2
- Not required
- light
- Low to medium (20–70 PAR)
- placement
- Background
- substrate
- Nutrient-rich substrate; root tabs highly beneficial
- growth rate
- Slow to moderate once established
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Water it likes
- ph
- 6.0–7.5
- nitrate
- <30 ppm
- hardness
- 2–15 dGH
- temperature
- 72–82°F (22–28°C)