Cryptocoryne Wendtii - Red
You will receive: 1 pot, ready for planting — freshly delivered from the nursery.
✅ Level: Easy — Cryptocoryne Wendtii Red is a robust aquarium plant with reddish-brown leaves. No CO₂ required.
Cryptocoryne Wendtii Red is a striking variety of one of the most popular and reliable aquarium plants in the world. With its reddish-brown leaves, this plant adds a warm splash of color to the midground or background, without compromising the species' robustness.
🌿 Plant specifications
| Placement | Midground and background |
| Max. height | ±50 cm |
| Light | Low to normal |
| CO₂ | Not required |
| Temperature | 22–26°C |
| pH | 6.0–8.0 |
| KH | 2–15 |
| Origin | Asia |
| Difficulty | ⭐ Easy |
🚚 Delivery & warranty
- Freshly delivered from the nursery — ready for planting
- Shipping Tuesday or Friday → Read more about shipping
- Delivery with track & trace, usually within 1–2 business days
- Received dead? We'll solve it together. Contact us with a photo within 24 hours of receipt.
- Free shipping from €59,-
✂️ Care
Cryptocoryne Wendtii is very low-maintenance and adapts to almost any aquarium. With more light, the reddish-brown color becomes more intense. Do not plant the rhizome too deep in the substrate. 'Crypt-melt' may occur when replanting or during water changes — the leaves yellow and die off. This is normal, and the plant almost always recovers within a few weeks.
💡 Planter's tip
Plant in groups for a full, colorful effect. Combine with green Cryptocoryne species for a beautiful color contrast.
❓ Frequently asked questions
What is 'crypt-melt' and should I be concerned?
Crypt-melt is a natural reaction to change (replanting, different water parameters). The leaves yellow and die off, but the rhizome remains alive, and the plant regrows within a few weeks.
How do I get the most beautiful red color?
More light enhances the reddish-brown hue of the leaves.
My plant arrived yellow or limp — is that normal?
Yes, this is transport stress and almost always temporary. Give the plant 1–2 weeks to acclimatize. For persistent problems: contact us.
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 plant for your aquarium.
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