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Cryptocoryne affinis is a beautiful and hardy aquatic plant featuring distinctive elongated leaves with attractive dark green to brownish coloration and subtle textured patterns. This robust Cryptocoryne species from Southeast Asia brings natural elegance to any aquascape with its graceful leaf shape and reliable growth. With its exceptional adaptability and low-maintenance requirements, it's an ideal choice for both beginners and experienced aquascapers seeking dependable, attractive foliage.
Cryptocoryne affinis is one of the most reliable and forgiving aquarium plants, making it perfect for beginners or low-tech setups. Plant individual crowns in nutrient-rich substrate, spacing them a few centimeters apart to allow room for growth. The plant will gradually spread through runners to form attractive clusters. Be patient during the initial establishment period - Cryptocorynes may experience "crypt melt" when first introduced to new conditions, where leaves dissolve. This is normal; simply maintain stable water parameters and the plant will regrow from healthy roots.
This species thrives in low to medium light and doesn't require CO2 injection, making it ideal for shaded areas and low-tech aquariums. The slow to moderate growth rate means minimal trimming is required once established. Cryptocoryne affinis is extremely adaptable to various water parameters and can tolerate a wide range of conditions. The attractive dark green to brownish coloration develops best under moderate lighting with regular fertilization, particularly root tabs. Avoid frequent replanting or major changes to water parameters, as Cryptocorynes prefer stable conditions. Propagation occurs naturally through runners that produce daughter plants - these can be separated once they develop their own root system. This versatile plant works beautifully in nature aquariums, community tanks, and as a reliable foreground to midground feature in various aquascaping styles.
All plants are shipped carefully packaged to ensure they arrive in excellent condition. Live plants may vary slightly in size and colour from photos. Supplied as a single plant.
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All live plants are shipped express via Australia Post to ensure they arrive fresh and healthy, even if you select standard shipping at checkout.
Other products ship via Australia Post or Sendle. Note: Sendle may experience occasional delays.
Typical delivery: WA 1-2 days | Interstate 2-4 days
Dispatch: 1-2 business days
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Most stem plants come in bunches of 4-6 stems. Thicker-stemmed species typically come in portions of 2-3 stems. Mosses and some carpet plants are supplied as 5x5cm portions. Exact portion details are listed in the product description for each plant.
All live plants are shipped express via Australia Post to ensure they arrive fresh and healthy. We carefully package plants to protect them during transit, even if you select standard shipping at checkout
We guarantee your plants will arrive healthy. If they don't, contact us within 24 hours of delivery with photos, and we'll replace or refund them. See our Refund Policy for details.
CO2 requirements vary by species. Check the Care Information tab for this specific plant. Many of our plants can thrive without CO2, though growth may be slower.
Most of our aquarium plants are grown submerged (underwater), which means they adapt faster to your tank and are less likely to melt. This gives you stronger roots and instant success. The exception is our terrarium plants, which are grown emersed (above water)
Due to the perishable nature of live plants, we cannot accept change-of-mind returns once dispatched. However, our 24-hour arrival guarantee covers any plants that arrive in poor condition.
Orders typically dispatch within 1-2 business days. Delivery times are 1-2 days for WA and 2-4 days for interstate. All plants ship express for freshness.