Cryptocoryne Lutea
You will receive: 1 pot, ready to plant — freshly delivered from the nursery.
✅ Level: Easy — Cryptocoryne Lutea is undemanding and grows well in normal light. No CO₂ required.
Cryptocoryne Lutea is a compact rosette plant from Asia with graceful, light green leaves. Easy to care for and suitable for the foreground and midground of almost any aquarium. The plant slowly spreads via runners.
🌿 Plant specifications
| Placement | Foreground & midground |
| Max. height | ±15 cm |
| Light | Normal |
| CO₂ | 5–40 mg/l (not required) |
| Temperature | 22–30°C |
| pH | 5.0–8.0 |
| KH | 1–18 |
| Origin | Asia |
| Type | Rosette plant |
| Propagation | Via runners |
| Difficulty | ⭐ Easy |
🚚 Delivery & Guarantee
- Freshly delivered from the nursery — ready to plant
- Shipping Tuesday or Friday → Read more about shipping
- Delivery with track & trace, usually within 1–2 business days
- Received dead? We will resolve this together. Contact us with a photo within 24 hours of receipt.
- Free shipping from €59,-
✂️ Care
Do not plant the rhizome too deep in the substrate. During replanting or water changes, 'crypt-melt' can occur — the leaves yellow and die. This is normal, and the plant almost always recovers within a few weeks. Liquid fertilizers like Sera Florena support healthy growth.
💡 Planter's Tip
Combines beautifully with other Cryptocoryne species for a varied, low-maintenance aquascape.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is 'crypt-melt'?
Crypt-melt is a natural reaction to change. The leaves yellow and die, but the rhizome remains alive, and the plant regrows within a few weeks.
Is this plant suitable for a shrimp tank?
Yes, completely shrimp-friendly.
Do you have another question? Feel free to contact us — we are happy to help you choose the right plants for your aquarium.
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