Cryptocoryne albida

Cryptocoryne albida is a popular aquarium plant native to Thailand and Myanmar.  Cryptocoryne albida has slender olive green leaves in the submerged form. One of the more difficult species to maintain in the aquarium, Cryptocoryne albida gets quite large submersed in the wild, it tends to stay smaller in the aquarium.  Plant Cryptocoryne albida in midground areas of the aquarium.

Common Name:  Cryptocoryne albida

Family Name:       Aracea

Native To:              Southern Thailand and Myanmar

Lighting:                Low

Requirements:       Soft water and a nutrient rich substrate will give better results

Growth Form:        Rosette

Growth Rate:          Slow

True Aquatic:         Yes

Placement in Tank: Mid-ground

Available As:            Bare root, Potted