Cryptocoryne Lucens
Cryptocoryne lucens
Plantae›Tracheophyta›Magnoliopsida›Alismatales›Araceae
📍 South Asia
Cryptocoryne Lucens is a small, narrow-leaved crypt with plain bright-green foliage, reaching about 10–15 cm (3.9–5.9 in) in height. It spreads via runners to form a tidy clump over time and is one of the easiest crypts to keep, tolerating a wide range of conditions including harder water. An excellent choice for foreground or midground planting without the demanding care of more ornate crypt species.
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Compatible Livestock
Peaceful algae grazers that won't uproot or damage delicate plant leaves
Gentle invertebrates that help control algae and won't disturb the plant or substrate
Excellent companion plant with similar low-light tolerance and slow growth rate
Small, peaceful fish that won't uproot plants or create excessive water disturbance
Compatible foreground plant that creates a layered, natural aquascape aesthetic
Excellent algae control without damaging plant tissue or substrate structure
Common Diseases
Cryptocoryne Rot
Leaves turn translucent, mushy stems, foul odor, rapid leaf melt
Remove affected leaves immediately, improve water circulation, reduce organic waste, perform 30% water changes, ensure substrate is not compacted; may require replanting in fresh substrate if severe
Nutrient Deficiency
Stunted growth, yellowing leaves, pale coloration, smaller new leaves
Add root tabs beneath the plant, dose liquid all-in-one fertilizer weekly, ensure adequate macronutrients (nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium) and micronutrients (iron, boron)
Algae Overgrowth
Green or brown algae coating leaves, reduced light penetration, plant appears smothered
Reduce light duration to 6–8 hours daily, increase water changes, add algae-eating fish or shrimp, gently brush algae off leaves, maintain nutrient balance to prevent excess algae
Melting
Leaves dissolve or become transparent, plant appears to shrink, new growth fails to emerge
Ensure stable water parameters (pH 6.0–7.8, temperature 22–28°C), improve water circulation, reduce light temporarily, maintain consistent fertilization, allow 2–4 weeks for acclimation and recovery
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Quick Facts
- co2
- Not required
- light
- Low to medium (20–60 PAR)
- placement
- Foreground / midground
- substrate
- Standard gravel or aquasoil with root tabs
- growth rate
- Slow
Water it likes
- ph
- 6.0–7.8
- nitrate
- <30 ppm
- hardness
- 2–18 dGH
- temperature
- 72–82°F (22–28°C)