{"product_id":"cryptocoryne-pontederiifolia","title":"Cryptocoryne pontederiifolia","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"132\" data-end=\"181\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"135\" data-end=\"181\"\u003eCryptocoryne pontederiifolia – Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"183\" data-end=\"640\"\u003eCryptocoryne pontederiifolia is a robust and attractive aquatic plant with broad, elongated leaves that give a lush, natural appearance in aquascapes. Native to Sri Lanka, this species is well-suited for low- to medium-light aquariums and adapts well to a variety of water conditions. Its green leaves sometimes develop subtle bronze or reddish tones depending on lighting and nutrients, adding visual interest and depth to mid-ground or background areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"642\" data-end=\"1049\"\u003eThis crypt grows steadily, forming clusters through runners that produce new plantlets. Like other Cryptocorynes, it prefers stable water parameters; sudden changes may cause temporary “crypt melt,” but it reliably recovers when conditions are consistent. Its wide leaves provide cover and shelter for small fish and invertebrates, making it both a decorative and functional addition to planted aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1051\" data-end=\"1054\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1056\" data-end=\"1075\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1059\" data-end=\"1075\"\u003eCare Summary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1077\" data-end=\"1243\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1077\" data-end=\"1086\"\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rosette plant\u003cbr data-start=\"1100\" data-end=\"1103\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1103\" data-end=\"1123\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1124\" data-end=\"1154\"\u003eCryptocoryne pontederiifolia\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1154\" data-end=\"1157\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1157\" data-end=\"1173\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pontederiifolia Crypt\u003cbr data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1198\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1198\" data-end=\"1209\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Araceae\u003cbr data-start=\"1217\" data-end=\"1220\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1220\" data-end=\"1231\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sri Lanka\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1245\" data-end=\"1420\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1245\" data-end=\"1258\"\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid-ground to Background\u003cbr data-start=\"1283\" data-end=\"1286\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1286\" data-end=\"1296\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to Medium\u003cbr data-start=\"1310\" data-end=\"1313\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1313\" data-end=\"1321\"\u003eCO₂:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not required (beneficial for enhanced growth)\u003cbr data-start=\"1367\" data-end=\"1370\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1370\" data-end=\"1386\"\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003cbr data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1398\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1398\" data-end=\"1413\"\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1422\" data-end=\"1522\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1422\" data-end=\"1429\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0 – 7.5\u003cbr data-start=\"1439\" data-end=\"1442\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1442\" data-end=\"1458\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22 – 28 °C\u003cbr data-start=\"1469\" data-end=\"1472\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1472\" data-end=\"1486\"\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nutrient-rich substrate preferred\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1524\" data-end=\"1575\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1524\" data-end=\"1540\"\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Runners\u003cbr data-start=\"1548\" data-end=\"1551\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1551\" data-end=\"1562\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 – 40 cm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"baka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39725634125957,"sku":"TP04050","price":65.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0385\/6331\/5845\/products\/cryptocoryne-pontederiifolia-11719339245649_800x533_0127f4dc-fb2d-4f48-a53e-6cb653e5792c.jpg?v=1725017068","url":"https:\/\/www.artofaqua.com\/products\/cryptocoryne-pontederiifolia","provider":"Art of Aqua","version":"1.0","type":"link"}