Cryptocoryne Usteriana
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You will receive: 1 pot, ready to plant — freshly delivered from the nursery.
✅ Level: Easy — Cryptocoryne Usteriana is a beautiful, large Cryptocoryne from Sri Lanka. No CO₂ required.
Cryptocoryne Usteriana is a beautiful Cryptocoryne — green on top, purplish-red underneath. The leaf has a beautiful hammered texture, which gives this plant a unique, premium look in the mid- or background.
🌿 Plant Specifications
| Placement | Midground and background |
| Max. height | ±40–50 cm |
| Light | Low to normal |
| CO₂ | Not required |
| Temperature | 22–28°C |
| Origin | Sri Lanka |
| 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'll solve it together. Contact us within 24 hours of receipt with a photo.
- Free shipping from €59,-
✂️ Care
Cryptocoryne Usteriana is low-maintenance and suitable for medium to large aquariums. Do not plant the rhizome too deep in the substrate. When replanting or changing water, 'crypt-melt' can occur — this is normal and the plant almost always recovers within a few weeks.
💡 Planting Tip
The hammered texture and the purplish-red underside give it a premium look — place it where the leaf is clearly visible, for example from a lower viewing point.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What makes this plant special?
The hammered texture of the leaf and the color contrast between the green top and purplish-red underside make Usteriana a unique appearance.
What is 'crypt-melt' and should I be concerned?
Crypt-melt is a natural reaction to change. The leaves yellow and die off, but the rhizome remains alive and the plant grows back 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 acclimate. 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.
