Cryptocoryne 'Tropica'

Cryptocoryne 'Tropica': Rooted crypt with bronze crinkled submerged foliage; supplied emersed and adapts after planting.

Cryptocoryne 'Tropica' is a morph of Crypt Wendtii and do not require CO2 and will do well in low to medium light aquariums. This crypt is a relatively slow growing plant and they propagate by sending out baby plants as runners. Cryptocoryne 'Tropica' is different from the red variant as it produces bronze crinkled leaves when grown submerged. This Crypt is a medium-size crypt which makes it a great choice for a midground plant in any aquascape. 

The stock photos shows the emersed version of this Crypt and the submerged version of this Crypt. This Crypt will be sold as a emersed version of the plant and it will convert to the submerged version overtime in you tank. 

Skill Level: Easy

Light: Low to Medium Light

Requires CO2: No

Before adding to your aquarium

Remove the shipping packaging and any pot, planting wool, or weights as appropriate. Rinse and inspect the plant, and quarantine new plants separately before introduction. Choose planting depth and substrate for the species. Keep rooted crowns and bulbs from being buried too deeply, and remove damaged leaves during establishment.

Match temperature and lighting to the plant and your livestock. This listing is part of our general freshwater plant range; browse our axolotl plant selection for more focused options.

Shipping and natural variation

Supplied and shipped by Shrimpy Business through Shopify Collective. Plants may arrive separately from axolotls and other store items. Size, shape, and coloration vary naturally; choose the available size or portion shown in the product options.

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Related supplies and guides

browse stem and rooted plants or read our guide to choosing plants for axolotl and freshwater tanks.