Growth States
Available FormEmersed / Submersed
Transition DifficultyMedium
Melt RiskModerate
Adaptation Time14 Days
Description
Overview: Despite its name, C. wendtii "Red" often appears more as a deep brownish-red or bronze. It is slightly more demanding than the brown or green varieties if you want to achieve its best color, benefiting from slightly higher light. It provides a beautiful, dark focal point in the midground and is often used to break up large areas of green.
Maintenance Score
2/10Easy
Visual Impact
5/10Medium Texture
Requirements
CO2 LevelNone
Growth RateSlow
Light LevelMedium
FertilizerMedium
Max Heightn/a cm
ExperienceBeginner
Care & Design
Trimming
Biweekly: Trim tops and replant healthy stems as needed.
Propagation
Cuttings, runners, or division depending on species.
Recommended Styles
naturejungleblackwaterbiotopeconcavenano
Cryptocoryne Wendtii Red may show different leaf size and texture between emersed and submersed growth.
Common Issues
- • Melt during transition
- • Algae on older leaves
Water Parameters
Temperature
22–28°C
pH Range
6–7.5
Hardness (GH)
2–12 dGH
Physical Traits
Leaf Shape
oval
Texture
medium
Growth Pattern
stem
Color Profile
red
Placement & Sensitivity
Placement Depth
any
Grouping Size
4+
Algae Sensitivity
moderate
Nutrient Sensitivity
moderate
Density
moderate
Leaf Descriptions
Emersed Form
Emersed leaves of Cryptocoryne Wendtii Red are adapted to air growth and typically differ in thickness/shape.
Submersed Form
Submersed leaves of Cryptocoryne Wendtii Red are optimized for underwater flow and nutrient uptake.
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