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Cryptocoryne Petchii
Cryptocoryne petchii
Family: Araceae
A compact, manageable Cryptocoryne from Sri Lanka with narrow, lance-shaped leaves that can range from olive-green to brownish depending on conditions. Often confused with C. wendtii but distinguished by its shorter stature and slightly narrower leaves. It is very adaptable and tolerates a wide pH and hardness range, making it one of the best Crypts for beginners. Forms attractive rosettes in the foreground or midground of most tanks.
Keeping this species
- co2
- Not required
- light
- Low to medium
- max size
- 8–15 cm tall
- placement
- Foreground to midground
- substrate
- Any (enriched substrate improves size)
- growth rate
- Medium
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Water it likes
- ph
- 6.0–8.0
- notes
- Very tolerant of a wide range of water chemistry. A reliable, low-maintenance Crypt.
- hardness
- 2–15 dGH
- temperature
- 162–180°F (72–82°C)