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Cryptocoryne spiralis - spiral plant is considered the most "primitive" of Cryptocoryne, this plant is commonly found in rice fields in India. Has a tall slender shape, with graceful leaves swaying in the water. Spiralis requires a substrate with iron-rich fertilizer. Regular pruning and thinning (to remove leaves the old / rotten) can help these plants always looks beautiful. Spiralis require stable water conditions to prevent rotting leaves and stems. It takes 2 watts / gallon for lighting, nutrient-rich substrate, an additional injection of CO2 would be beneficial to make it grow healthy and strong, this is a plant that is recommended both for beginners or the experienced. Propagation can be done by cutting the stems are creeping back later in the planting, pruning is generally done waiting stem that propagates it is equal to 3 cm, then new in the barbershop of the parent plant.
Common Name: Cryptocoryne spiralis
Family Name: Araceae
Native To: India
Lighting: Medium
pH: 6-8
Growth Demands: Easy
Growth Form: Rosette
Growth Rate: Medium
True Aquatic: Yes
Placement in Tank: Mid-Background
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