Cryptocoryne Beckettii
You will receive: 1 pot, ready to plant — freshly delivered from the nursery.
✅ Level: Easy — Cryptocoryne Beckettii is a robust, reliable aquarium plant. No CO₂ required.
Cryptocoryne Beckettii stands out with its large, olive-green leaves that contrast beautifully with other plants. Once rooted, this bushy plant quickly forms new shoots, and it thrives best as a solitary plant in the foreground or in a group with other Cryptocoryne species.
🌿 Plant specifications
| Placement | Midground & background |
| Max. height | ±20 cm |
| Light | Normal |
| CO₂ | Not required |
| Temperature | 20–28°C |
| pH | 5.5–8.0 |
| KH | 1–18 |
| Origin | Sri Lanka |
| Propagation | By division or 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 within 24 hours of receipt with a photo.
- Free shipping from €59,-
✂️ Care
Do not plant the rhizome too deep in the substrate. A nutrient-rich and heated substrate stimulates growth. When transplanting or during water changes, 'crypt-melt' can occur — the leaves yellow and die off. This is normal, and the plant almost always recovers within a few weeks.
💡 Planter's tip
Plant solitarily as an eye-catcher in the foreground, or combine with other Cryptocoryne species for a natural, layered effect.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is 'crypt-melt' and should I be worried?
Crypt-melt is a natural reaction to change (transplanting, different water values). The leaves yellow and die off, but the rhizome remains alive, and the plant regrows within a few weeks.
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 make the right choice for your aquarium.
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