{"product_id":"crypt-wendtii-green","title":"Crypt Wendtii Green","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\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 183, 31);\"\u003eYES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"145\" data-end=\"421\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eCrypt Wendtii Green is a popular and hardy freshwater aquarium plant known for its lush green leaves and compact, bushy growth. It is an excellent choice for beginners as well as established aquascapes, providing natural-looking coverage through the midground of the aquarium.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"423\" data-end=\"651\"\u003eUnlike many stem plants, Cryptocoryne wendtii grows from a central root crown and develops a dense cluster of leaves. Once established, it can form an attractive natural-looking clump around rocks, driftwood and other hardscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"653\" data-end=\"852\"\u003eCrypt Wendtii Green is relatively undemanding and can grow under low to moderate lighting. CO₂ is not essential, although supplementation can encourage faster growth and larger, more vigorous leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"854\" data-end=\"1179\"\u003eNewly planted Cryptocoryne wendtii can sometimes experience \u003cstrong data-start=\"914\" data-end=\"928\"\u003eCrypt melt\u003c\/strong\u003e, where existing leaves deteriorate after being moved or introduced to different water conditions. This is generally not a reason to remove the plant; the root system can remain healthy while new leaves develop that are better adapted to the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1x0f5v3\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1181\" data-end=\"1200\"\u003eQuick Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1202\" data-end=\"1832\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"dza573\" data-start=\"1202\" data-end=\"1255\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1204\" data-end=\"1224\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1225\" data-end=\"1247\"\u003eCryptocoryne wendtii\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Green’\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1v558jn\" data-start=\"1256\" data-end=\"1294\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1258\" data-end=\"1274\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crypt Wendtii Green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1a1zxs3\" data-start=\"1295\" data-end=\"1320\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1297\" data-end=\"1306\"\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rosette plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"sgk5ro\" data-start=\"1321\" data-end=\"1342\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1323\" data-end=\"1334\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Araceae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"462ojr\" data-start=\"1343\" data-end=\"1366\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1345\" data-end=\"1356\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sri Lanka\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1m0jgho\" data-start=\"1367\" data-end=\"1402\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1369\" data-end=\"1385\"\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slow to Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1yjh773\" data-start=\"1403\" data-end=\"1425\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1405\" data-end=\"1420\"\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16mgrxe\" data-start=\"1426\" data-end=\"1457\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1428\" data-end=\"1441\"\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1o2kbpu\" data-start=\"1458\" data-end=\"1477\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1468\"\u003eCO₂:\u003c\/strong\u003e Optional\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"12wkcse\" data-start=\"1478\" data-end=\"1504\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1480\" data-end=\"1494\"\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Midground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1cgwxpj\" data-start=\"1505\" data-end=\"1548\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1507\" data-end=\"1525\"\u003eGrowth Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 10–20 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1t1ymxt\" data-start=\"1549\" data-end=\"1581\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1551\" data-end=\"1573\"\u003eWater Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22–28°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"bft19\" data-start=\"1582\" data-end=\"1599\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1584\" data-end=\"1591\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1454tu5\" data-start=\"1600\" data-end=\"1645\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1602\" data-end=\"1621\"\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft to moderately hard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16bfz4g\" data-start=\"1646\" data-end=\"1711\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1648\" data-end=\"1662\"\u003eNutrients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Root tabs and nutrient-rich substrate beneficial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13ujjjk\" data-start=\"1712\" data-end=\"1756\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1714\" data-end=\"1730\"\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Runners \/ daughter plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"2uwhlg\" data-start=\"1757\" data-end=\"1832\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1759\" data-end=\"1776\"\u003eSuitable For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Community aquariums, planted tanks and shrimp aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1r8frcv\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1834\" data-end=\"1863\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1bgv5b4\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1865\" data-end=\"1905\"\u003eIs Crypt Wendtii Green easy to grow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1907\" data-end=\"2038\"\u003eYes. It is one of the more adaptable aquarium plants and can grow successfully under relatively low lighting without CO₂ injection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"l2rgqd\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2040\" data-end=\"2063\"\u003eWhat is Crypt melt?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2065\" data-end=\"2260\"\u003eCrypt melt is when the existing leaves deteriorate after the plant experiences a significant change in conditions. The root system can remain healthy and produce new leaves once the plant adapts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1ifvej\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2262\" data-end=\"2300\"\u003eDoes Crypt Wendtii Green need CO₂?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2302\" data-end=\"2384\"\u003eNo. CO₂ is optional, although it can improve growth and overall plant development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"17fkerr\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2386\" data-end=\"2434\"\u003eWhere should Crypt Wendtii Green be planted?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2436\" data-end=\"2574\"\u003eIt works particularly well as a midground plant. Plant it around rocks, driftwood or other hardscape to create a natural bushy appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1xmkwie\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2576\" data-end=\"2607\"\u003eShould the roots be buried?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2609\" data-end=\"2744\"\u003eYes, but avoid burying the central crown of the plant. The roots should be planted into the substrate while the crown remains above it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"a8h7b1\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2746\" data-end=\"2786\"\u003eIs it suitable for shrimp aquariums?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2788\" data-end=\"2906\"\u003eYes. Its dense growth provides shelter and additional surfaces for biofilm, making it a useful plant for shrimp tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"10qn8xj\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2908\" data-end=\"2926\"\u003eCommon Mistakes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2928\" data-end=\"3277\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"yuwu0q\" data-start=\"2928\" data-end=\"2983\"\u003eBurying the crown of the plant beneath the substrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"bkidow\" data-start=\"2984\" data-end=\"3043\"\u003eRemoving the plant when it experiences normal Crypt melt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ey76ct\" data-start=\"3044\" data-end=\"3098\"\u003eMoving the plant frequently once it has established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1dfvg4v\" data-start=\"3099\" data-end=\"3157\"\u003eProviding excessive lighting without adequate nutrients.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"19xkpyx\" data-start=\"3158\" data-end=\"3215\"\u003eNeglecting root nutrition in a nutrient-poor substrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1umei45\" data-start=\"3216\" data-end=\"3277\"\u003eExpecting rapid growth from a naturally slow-growing plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Apex Aquatic","offers":[{"title":"Medium","offer_id":50552826527883,"sku":null,"price":18.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large","offer_id":50552826560651,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0579\/8353\/3195\/files\/4tN8mFNuRbVBbn_90CU9O2ids2s4elF5UVj8KsJIB1e0nHbEc_Gqw4rRfaFFClhRAbXK6bXZpetYbd2FvT_N0Md9WRFi75LhSmEoTmc2Mu_G5zCEE6Izmdk15aokWPuADcMy_B2-9QLdXIPvtMqMzv4gbcOj9tP7eBPMLM3gs9T6SDcG46bWJqV.jpg?v=1790402840","url":"https:\/\/apexaquatic.com.au\/products\/crypt-wendtii-green","provider":"Apex Aquatic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}