{"product_id":"crypt-nurii-rosen-maiden","title":"Crypt Nurii Rosen Maiden","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eBiosecurity Shipping Limitations apply\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eShipping Allowed?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 79.3752px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.3739%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eTasmania\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.2683%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eNO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.3739%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eWestern Australia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.2683%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eNO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.3739%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eNorthern Territory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.2683%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eNO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.3739%; height: 20.5938px;\"\u003eAll Other States\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.2683%; height: 20.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 183, 31);\"\u003eYES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 183, 31);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAbout Cryptocoryne nurii 'Rosen Maiden'\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCryptocoryne nurii\u003c\/em\u003e 'Rosen Maiden' is a highly sought-after freshwater aquarium plant prized for its \u003cstrong\u003edeep red-brown, textured leaves and compact rosette growth\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its striking foliage can range from burgundy and chocolate tones to deeper green depending on aquarium conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis crypt is an excellent choice for the \u003cstrong\u003eforeground to midground\u003c\/strong\u003e of planted aquariums, particularly when used as a feature plant among green carpeting plants and contrasting hardscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike other Cryptocoryne species, 'Rosen Maiden' is primarily a \u003cstrong\u003eroot-feeding plant\u003c\/strong\u003e and benefits from nutrient-rich substrate or root fertilisers. It prefers stable conditions and may experience \u003cstrong\u003e\"crypt melt\"\u003c\/strong\u003e after being introduced to a new aquarium or when conditions change suddenly. This is usually temporary, with new growth emerging once the plant acclimatises.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eCryptocoryne nurii\u003c\/em\u003e 'Rosen Maiden'\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crypt Nurii Rosen Maiden\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Araceae\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freshwater Aquarium Plant \/ Rosette Plant\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slow to Moderate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Foreground to Midground\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to Moderate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCO₂:\u003c\/strong\u003e Recommended but not essential\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 5.5–7.5\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 22–28°C\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft to Moderately Hard\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Runners \/ Division\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Form:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact Rosette\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Cryptocoryne nurii 'Rosen Maiden' easy to grow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is generally considered \u003cstrong\u003eintermediate\u003c\/strong\u003e. Once established, it can be quite hardy, but it benefits from stable conditions and good root nutrition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes Crypt Nurii Rosen Maiden need CO₂?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It can grow without injected CO₂, although supplementation can encourage faster growth and stronger development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat substrate is best for Crypt Nurii Rosen Maiden?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003enutrient-rich substrate\u003c\/strong\u003e is ideal because Cryptocoryne are strong root feeders. Root tabs can also be used in inert substrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is Crypt melt?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrypt melt is when the existing leaves \u003cstrong\u003ewilt or dissolve after planting or a sudden change in conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e. Don't immediately remove the entire plant—the root system may remain healthy and produce new leaves once it acclimatises.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere should Crypt Nurii Rosen Maiden be planted?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt works particularly well in the \u003cstrong\u003eforeground to midground\u003c\/strong\u003e, where its dark textured foliage can act as a feature plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Mistakes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBurying the crown too deeply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKeep the central crown above the substrate to prevent rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisturbing the roots repeatedly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCryptocoryne prefer to establish undisturbed, so avoid frequently moving them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePanicking when crypt melt occurs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAllow the healthy root system time to recover and produce new growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoor root nutrition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse nutrient-rich substrate or root tabs to support healthy development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSudden changes in water parameters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStable conditions are important, particularly during establishment.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Apex Aquatic","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":48974576517259,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large","offer_id":48974576550027,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0579\/8353\/3195\/files\/nysTHioOd8lebXZTfuY2YOP0cuQL39y8bmGvwwGSzgQ4mQWxYA4DUSBDYadd34qa5WyBt8ZKaxEmKPBbBaVWTtAHmLYm6gAz2SFSA0salJk05jqFIoUr0abuSY6iERlqTKn4gf9W6zmCBpZpgFY6yqc4R_jyq1DbZsF_NdFWZ1LByVRT2A5uF6S.jpg?v=1787453368","url":"https:\/\/apexaquatic.com.au\/products\/crypt-nurii-rosen-maiden","provider":"Apex Aquatic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}