Cryptocoryne Lutea (5cm Pot)

Cryptocoryne Lutea — Compact Olive-Green Foreground Carpet

Cryptocoryne Lutea is a compact, low-growing crypt that forms dense rosettes of olive-green leaves. Left undisturbed it will slowly spread into an attractive low foreground carpet, making it a great alternative to more demanding carpeting plants for low-tech tanks.

Supplied as a healthy young plant in a 5cm pot.

Plant Snapshot

• Size Sold: 5cm pot
• Mature Size: 8–12cm
• Placement: Foreground
• Lighting: Low to moderate
• Temperature: 22–28°C
• pH: 6.0–7.5
• Difficulty: Easy — great for beginners

Ideal Habitat and Care

Undemanding and well suited to low-tech tanks without CO2. As with other Cryptocoryne species, expect some "crypt melt" after transplanting — new leaves will return within a few weeks.

Propagation & Trimming

Spreads via runners from the rhizome, gradually filling out into a carpet. Separate plantlets once rooted.

Compatibility

Safe with all community fish, shrimp, and snails.

Why Buy From N8 Aquatics

Hand-selected, healthy stock with real local advice for Rockhampton water conditions.

Shipping Information

Unlike our live fish and invertebrates, aquarium plants are able to be shipped. Plants are carefully packed to arrive in good condition, with standard shipping available at checkout.

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