TC-Cryptocorne Wenditii Brown | ADA IC094

Product Review

Cryptocoryne Wendtii Brown is a robust and adaptable aquatic plant known for its distinctive brownish-green leaves with a textured, wavy appearance. This tissue culture (TC) variant is pest-free, algae-free, and disease-free, ensuring a healthy start for planted aquariums. It thrives in low-tech and high-tech setups, making it perfect for beginners and experienced aquascapers alike. Its compact yet bushy growth makes it an excellent midground plant that provides depth and contrast in any aquarium.

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Cryptocoryne wendtii ‘Brown’
• Common Names: Brown Crypt, Wendtii Brown
• Plant Type: Midground Rosette Plant
• Growth Rate: Slow to Moderate
• Height: 10-20 cm
• Lighting Requirements: Low to Medium
• CO₂ Requirement: Not required but benefits from CO₂
• Water Conditions:
  • Temperature: 22°C – 28°C
  • pH Range: 6.0 – 7.5
  • Hardness: Soft to moderate
• Substrate: Nutrient-rich soil preferred
• Propagation: By runners and daughter plants

Key Points

• Premium Tissue Culture Plant – 100% pest-free, algae-free, and healthy
• Unique Brownish-Green Foliage – Adds texture and contrast to aquascapes
• Hardy & Low Maintenance – Thrives in a wide range of water conditions
• Perfect Midground Plant – Complements foreground and background layouts
• Great for Low-Tech Tanks – No CO₂ required, but growth improves with it
• Safe for Fish & Shrimp – Provides shelter and enhances the natural habitat

Usage

• Best for midground placement in planted aquariums
• Suitable for Nature-style, Biotope, and Dutch aquascapes
• Works well in low-tech and high-tech tanks
• Enhances shrimp tanks and community aquariums

Usage Tips

• Plant in small clusters for a more natural effect
• Expect some initial melting, but the plant will recover and regrow
• Use root fertilizers for stronger growth and richer coloration
• Trim dead leaves occasionally to maintain a healthy, clean look
• Avoid frequent replanting, as Crypts prefer stable environments

Note

• May melt initially when introduced but will recover under stable conditions
• Grows slowly but steadily, requiring patience for full development
• Performs best with nutrient-rich substrate and consistent lighting