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Cryptocoryne Affinis Red Aquarium Plant for Planted Aquarium Tank
  • Cryptocoryne Affinis Red Aquarium Plant for Planted Aquarium Tank
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  • Cryptocoryne Affinis Red Aquarium Plant for Planted Aquarium Tank
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  • Cryptocoryne Affinis Red Aquarium Plant for Planted Aquarium Tank
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Cryptocoryne Affinis Red

Cryptocoryne Affinis Red

$9.99 USD
Usually ships in 1-2 business days from our fulfillment center

Cryptocoryne affinis ‘Red’ is a less common Crypt with long, narrow leaves and subtle reddish-brown tones along the edges. It’s a nice change from the more common wendtii types, especially if you’re looking for something a little different without going too bold.

As it grows in, it forms dense clusters and can vary quite a bit depending on your setup. With stronger lighting and CO2, it tends to stay lower and spread out more. In lower-tech tanks, it can grow taller and add a bit of height and texture to the midground or background in smaller aquarium sizes

Like most Crypts, it prefers to be left alone once planted. It may go through a short adjustment period, but once it settles in, it grows steadily and will start sending out plantlets to form natural groups over time. Not as commonly available as other Crypts, but definitely worth trying if you like more subtle color and a slightly more natural, “grown-in” look!

Plant Care & Information
Common Name(s) Affinis Red
Plant Type Rosette
Care Level Intermediate
Lighting Low to Medium
CO2 Recommended
Growth Rate Slow to Moderate
Suggested Placement Midground
Height / Size 4-6"+
Propagation Divide & Replant
About Our Live Aquatic Plants

Aquarium plants can vary in growth form and may require time to transition to your aquarium environment, whether grown submerged or emersed. This transition period is a natural part of establishing healthy, long-term growth in planted aquariums.

From carpeting plants in the foreground to stem plants and larger species used in the midground or background, each plant offers a unique contribution to a balanced and natural aquascape. As plants adapt, it is normal to see minor changes such as leaf melt, color shifts, or new growth patterns as they settle into their new conditions.

We carefully inspect and prepare all live aquatic plants prior to shipping. While we do our best to minimize hitchhikers, we cannot guarantee plants to be completely pest or snail-free unless tissue culture options are selected.

Because live plants are perishable, some signs of transit stress may occur, including leaf loss or cosmetic damage. These are typically temporary and when when healthy roots are present, most plants will recover with proper care.

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About Our Tissue Culture Plants

Tissue culture aquarium plants are grown in sterile, laboratory conditions, ensuring they are free from pests, algae, and snails. These young plants are cultivated in nutrient-rich gel and are grown in emersed form before being introduced into the aquarium.

Tissue culture plants are best for aquascapers looking for clean, controlled plant material, especially for shrimp tanks or sensitive setups. Before planting, the gel media should be gently removed, and the plant can be divided into smaller portions for planting.

With proper care, tissue culture plants transition quickly and establish into healthy submerged growth.

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