Cryptocoryne lucens
Description
Cryptocoryne lucens is a medium-sized aquatic plant. The shiny water goblet, also known as Cryptocoryne willisii. Lucens is Latin and can be translated as "bright", which should also be applicable due to its light green appearance. Its narrow leaves and its airy, elegant way of growing make it a popular aquatic plant. But it is also considered the ideal beginner Cryptocoryne, with which you can enjoy for a long time.
History
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.
Maintenance
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. However, 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.
Miscellaneous
Cryptocoryne are partly herbaceous plants and can also reach heights of up to 28 cm. It is therefore 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 corresponding nutrients. Cryptocoryne are recommended for a decorative pool, because who does not enjoy the calming effect of a local water landscape ?!
