Cryptocoryne beckettii Viridifolia

Cryptocoryne Beckettii Viridifolia is a rather medium to larger aquatic plant. Also known in German as Beckett's water goblet green-leaved. It comes from the Sri Lanka area and often grows near river banks in the wild. It bears geometrically quite distinctive leaves that are somewhat reminiscent of ancient oval arrowheads. At the edge the leaves are a little more coarsely curled. From the color she brings out different shades of green, which typically go yellowish with her. It is rather sturdy, grew robust in its nature and is ideal for planting in the middle and rear area of ​​the basin. Cryptocoryne Beckettii is a classic in the aquarium hobby that has been very popular for a good six decades. The Cryptocoryne Beckettii Viridifolia is a classic Cryptocoryne Beckettii which, however, has greener leaves. A beautiful water plant that looks very good in the aquarium and is also suitable for newcomers.
 

Cryptocoryne in German water goblets are aquatic plants from the arum family, which are also very popular in the aquarium hobby. They are among the oldest aquarium plants. It is native to tropical India, South and Southeast Asia, and New Guinea, where they are common. They grow in water, ponds, banks and swamps, which is why they are also traded as pure water and marsh plants in the aquarium hobby.
 

Cryptocoryne are very beautiful aquatic plants, but also sometimes a challenge, so you have to honestly admit that they are not so well suited for newcomers to the aquarium hobby and overwhelm you. Unfortunately, they belong to the more susceptible aquarium plants. They are often sensitive to changes in water values ​​and the influence of light. But experienced people will know how to deal with it and will also enjoy it for a long time. They can of course be positioned submerged (under water) and emersed (above water) at a temperature between 15 - 28 ° C.
 

Cryptocoryne are partly herbaceous plants and can also reach heights of up to 28 cm. Therefore, it is advisable to position them in the back or middle part of the pelvis. Like many other aquatic plants, it naturally grows very slowly. However, their growth can easily be accelerated by the influence of light and the corresponding nutrients. Cryptocoryne are recommended for a decorative pool, because who does not enjoy the calming effect of a local water landscape ?!