Cryptocoryne Tiger Vein clumps

 

🌿 Basic Info

 

• Type: Rhizome/rooted Cryptocoryne (rosette plant)
• Origin: Southeast Asia (selective variety, not a true wild form)
• Growth rate: Slow to moderate
• Size: ~4–8 inches tall (can stay smaller in nano tanks)

🎨 Appearance

 

 

 

 

 

• Narrow to medium leaves
• Green to bronze base color
• Distinct dark “tiger stripe / vein” patterning
• Color and contrast increase with stability and nutrients
• Pro tip: the veining usually looks best after a few weeks of submerged growth.

 

 

💡 Lighting

 

 

 

 

• Low–Medium light
• Too much light can:
  
• Wash out the pattern
• Encourage algae on the leaves
• Too little light = slower growth, less contrast
• Sweet spot: moderate, diffused lighting.

 

 

🌱 Substrate & Nutrients

 

 

 

This plant loves its roots fed.

 

 

• Nutrient-rich substrate (soil, Stratum, Aquasoil) = 🔥 results
• Column dosing helps, but roots matter more

💧 Water Parameters

 

 

 

 

Crypts are chill, but consistency matters.

Temp: 72–82°F

• pH: 6.0–7.5
• Soft to moderately hard water
• Stable parameters > perfect parameters