{"product_id":"cryptocoryne-brown-wendtii","title":"Cryptocoryne Brown Wendtii","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCryptocoryne wendtii 'Brown' is the hobby's workhorse crypt, a low, bushy plant with slightly hammered leaves in warm bronze and chocolate tones. It thrives on neglect, tolerates a wide range of water and does its best work carpeting the midground. If you want one dependable, good-looking crypt, this is it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNatural Habitat\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eNative to the shaded streams and riverbanks of Sri Lanka, growing in soft substrate under dappled light and gentle flow. It recreates easily in the aquarium with a nutrient substrate and modest light, and it is forgiving of ordinary tap water, which is part of its enduring popularity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eLance-shaped leaves with a gently textured surface form a compact rosette, the colour shifting from olive-green to rich brown depending on light – brighter light deepens the bronze tones and keeps growth compact. Submerged it reaches around 10–20 cm. Newly planted, it commonly melts back and then regrows submerged leaves from the roots, so do not discard it if the first leaves dissolve – the rootstock is alive and will push new growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlacement and Aquascaping\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA foreground-to-midground plant, planted in groups to form a low, dense patch of colour. It contrasts nicely against green plants and hides the bare bases of taller stems. Give each plant a little space, as it bushes out and throws runners into the surrounding substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting and Propagation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRemove any pot and rockwool, tease the roots apart, and plant with the crown just above the substrate surface – bury roots, not crown. Root tabs give the best results. It propagates freely by runners, sending up daughter plants nearby that can be lifted and replanted once they have their own roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eLow to moderate light suits it; more light intensifies the brown colour and keeps it compact but does not require CO2, though CO2 encourages fuller growth. As a root feeder it wants root tabs in a nutrient substrate. Comfortable at 22–28 °C, pH 6.0–8.0, soft to moderately hard water (2–15 dGH). Growth is moderate; keep conditions stable to minimise melt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecies Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCryptocoryne wendtii 'Brown'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrown Wendt's Water Trumpet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSri Lanka\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10–20 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBeginner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlacement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForeground \/ Midground\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLighting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow to Moderate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCO2 Requirement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot required (beneficial)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFertilisation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoot tabs (root feeder)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22–28 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003epH Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.0–8.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGH Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–15 dGH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePropagation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRunners (daughter plants)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSalinity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot applicable (freshwater)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommunity tanks, beginners, foreground and midground\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSuitable Tank Mates\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEasygoing with peaceful community fish, tetras, rasboras, dwarf cichlids, livebearers, gouramis, shrimp and snails. Corydoras and other bottom-dwellers appreciate the low, sheltering cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAvoid Keeping With\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDiggers and larger cichlids disturb the roots and trigger melt, and goldfish will graze the soft leaves. Sudden shifts in light or water chemistry are the usual cause of melt, so keep things steady.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAustralian-grown aquarium plants for in-store collection or local delivery. Sold sizes\/portions reflect what we stock; anything shown as sold out will return as we restock.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nick's Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55234108260643,"sku":"BA9304","price":24.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/Crypt._Brown_Wendtii_Cryptocoryne_wendtii_Brown.jpg?v=1781487615","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/cryptocoryne-brown-wendtii","provider":"Nicks Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}