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ornamentalFamily: AraceaeGenus: CryptocoryneSpecies: wendtii
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Red Wendtii Cryptocoryne
Cryptocoryne wendtii 'Red'
Cultivar: Red
Cryptocoryne wendtii 'Red' is a versatile and resilient aquatic plant prized for its deep reddish-brown to bronze leaf coloration. It is well-suited for a variety of freshwater aquarium setups, thriving in low to moderate light conditions. This slow-growing, clumping plant adds texture and rich color to the midground of an aquascape.
Cryptocoryne wendtii 'Red' is a popular, adaptable aquarium plant featuring attractive bronze-to-reddish foliage. It is an ideal choice for both beginners and experienced aquarists looking to add color to their tank.
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Plant Profile
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Sun
Low to medium light
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Water
Submerged aquatic environment with stable parameters.
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Mature size
6 to 12 inches tall
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Hardiness
Tropical (Aquatic)
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Growth habit
Clumping rosette
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Plant type
Aquatics
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Growing note
Cryptocoryne species are known for 'melting' when first introduced to a new environment due to changes in water chemistry; they typically recover and grow new, acclimated leaves.
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Climate note
Thrives in temperatures between 70 and 82 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Flower / fruit
Rarely flowers when fully submerged in an aquarium; primary value is foliage.
Growing & Care
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
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Growing & Care
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
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Sun / light
Low to medium light
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Growth rate
Slow to moderate
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Fertilizer
Root tabs or nutrient-rich substrate are essential for healthy root development and coloration.
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Pruning
Trim old or decaying leaves at the base to encourage new growth.
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Care notes
Cryptocoryne species are known for 'melting' when first introduced to a new environment due to changes in water chemistry; they typically recover and grow new, acclimated leaves.
Size & Habit
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
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Size & Habit
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
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Mature size
6 to 12 inches tall
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Growth habit
Clumping rosette
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Spacing
4 to 6 inches apart
Flower / Fruit
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
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Flower / Fruit
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
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Flowering / fruiting
Rarely flowers when fully submerged in an aquarium; primary value is foliage.
Climate & Hardiness
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
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Climate & Hardiness
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
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Hardiness zones
Tropical (Aquatic)
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Temperature
Thrives in temperatures between 70 and 82 degrees Fahrenheit.
Soil & Water
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
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Soil & Water
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
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Watering
Submerged aquatic environment with stable parameters.
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Soil
Nutrient-rich aquarium substrate is highly recommended to encourage healthy growth.
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Soil pH
6.0-7.5
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Container Growing
Suitable for freshwater aquariums; can be planted in the substrate or attached to hardscape.
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Family
Araceae
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Foliage Look
Lance-shaped leaves, wavy margins, deep bronze-red to olive coloration.
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Foliage Rules
Leaves should be lance-shaped with slightly wavy edges; coloring should range from olive-green to deep reddish-brown.
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Fruit Flower Look
N/A
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Fruit Flower Rules
Flowers are typically not present in standard aquarium imagery.
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Growth Habit Rules
Maintain the clumping, rosette growth habit; do not depict as a stem plant or floating plant.
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Mature Plant Look
A lush, clumping cluster of reddish-bronze leaves forming a dense midground feature.
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Mature Stage Morphology
Produces a cluster of lanceolate leaves in varying shades of reddish-brown, bronze, or copper.
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Morphology Rules
Ensure the plant is shown rooted in substrate; do not display as a free-floating specimen.
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Plant Faqs
Does Cryptocoryne wendtii 'Red' need CO2? It can grow well without supplemental CO2 in a low-tech setup, though growth is faster with it. Will my plant melt after planting? Yes, it is normal for Cryptocoryne to shed leaves during acclimation to new water conditions. How tall does it grow? It typically reaches 6 to 12 inches, making it perfect for the midground.
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Root Look
Healthy white to light brown root system typical of aquarium plant plugs.
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Soil Look
Dark, fine-grained aquarium substrate or aquatic soil.
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Starter Stage
Small, young plant with a few leaves, typically arriving as a tissue culture or nursery plug.
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Starter Stage Morphology
Younger foliage may appear greener and darken to red-brown as the plant matures and adjusts to its environment.
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Video Voiceover Script
Welcome to Agardeni, where inspiration for gardening helps us imagine how and where we will grow Red Wendtii Cryptocoryne. This is Red Wendtii Cryptocoryne, available as 18, 36, and 72 plant starter trays through the Agardeni Marketplace. Let this vibrant aquatic plant become part of your aspirational plan, helping you imagine the future underwater environment you want to create. These plants offer stunning bronze-to-reddish lance-shaped leaves that bring rich color and textured beauty to your aquarium floor. Establish your starter plug by potting it into a four-inch pot with a quality, well-draining aquatic substrate before moving it later to your final aquarium scape. Find your inspiration with Agardeni. Explore real plants and real availability. Start. Plan. Grow.
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Youtube Video Summary
Discover the vibrant foliage and easy-care nature of Cryptocoryne wendtii 'Red'. This versatile aquatic plant is a perfect addition for adding warm color to your freshwater aquarium midground.
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Youtube Video Title
Growing Cryptocoryne wendtii 'Red' in Your Aquarium
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