Crypts (Cryptocorynes)
Crypts are attractive, rosette-shaped aquarium plants, with red-brown, coppery or green leaves in fascinating textures. A great addition to your aquascape. Shop now for fast delivery of your order from Australia's largest Aquatic Plant Nursery to your door.
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Cryptocoryne Wendtii Brown 3cm Terracotta Pot
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Cryptocoryne Wendtii Brown 5cm Pot
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Cryptocoryne Wendtii Tropica 3cm Terracotta Pot
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Assorted Cryptocoryne Terracotta Vase
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Cryptocoryne Willisii 3cm Terracotta Pot
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Cryptocoryne Wendtii Broadleaf 3cm Terracotta Pot
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Cryptocoryne Wendtii Tropica 5cm Pot
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Cryptocoryne Petchii 5cm Pot
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Cryptocoryne Nevillii 3cm Terracotta Pot
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Cryptocoryne Balansae 5cm Pot - Submerse
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Cryptocoryne Undulatus Red 3cm Terracotta Pot
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Cryptocoryne Petchii 3cm Terracotta Pot
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Cryptocoryne Mi Oya 5cm Pot
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Cryptocoryne Undulatus Red 5cm Pot
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Cryptocoryne Wendtii Tall 5cm Pot
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Cryptocoryne Lutea 3cm Terracotta Pot
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Cryptocoryne Willisii 5cm Pot
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Cryptocoryne Lutea 5cm Pot
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Cryptocoryne Wendtii Tall 3cm Terracotta Pot
Regular price $16.00 AUDSale price $16.00 AUDUnit price / per -
Cryptocoryne Wendtii Broadleaf 5cm Pot
1 reviewRegular price $19.00 AUDSale price $19.00 AUDUnit price / per
Received my first order of live plants and I couldn't be happier. They are so healthy and the bunches are generous in size. I will absolutely purchase from here again and recommend to everyone. Shipping was fast too!
Highly recommended, The plants arrived fast and perfect condition. Super healthy very happy.
I wasn’t sure what to expect but going off the reviews I’m so glad I went all out and purchased plants, driftwood with moss and a Little Rock with moss. Everything arrived the day after dispatch and in great condition. Will definitely keep purchasing my plants through this company.
Gold mystery snail arrived healthy and settled into Nano Tank within half an hour. Named him Turbo. Excellent algae eater.
I can always rely on orders being delivered promptly as stated; and all products are always healthy, and as described.
Well created creations and when received are packaged well and arrive promptly and in good condition.
Love the plants. They were all healthy. Quick delivery. I plan to order more soon. Thank you
I ordered $200 worth of plants and I must say I was very impressed by the quality of the plants and the way they were packsged. Every one of the plants were super healthy and exactly as described on the website. This was my first order and based on this order I will be a returning customer.
Had an issue with my order which was handled swiftly and hassle free. Highly recommended
Fantastic service and brilliant products. I will definitely be purchasing more.
I have a frog pond and I have put the plants in the ond so that the tadpoles have more places to hide. they arrived very promptly.
It was my first time buying plants online; the site was easy to navigate, delivery was quick, and the plants arrived well packaged, in good condition, reasonably priced, and without the nasty snails you get in a lot of shop-bought plants. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for plants.
This is a wonderful company! Easy to contact and quick to reply. The plants I purchased arrived quickly and in excellent condition. Great to deal with a customer focused business with such high standards. Recommended to anyone looking for exceptional service and quality.
Very helpful in choosing the right aquarium plant for me, the service was amazing and I highly recommend Scapeshop, the Anubias at $38 each were extremely large with a long root system and arrived over night, similar ones would be over $100 and they made the Tank look fantastic. Thank you.
Was initially happy with order when it arrived but after only having the live black worms for 2 weeks, despite keeping them as instructed, clean cool water, filtration, the whole lot have died. Found the entire colony dead this morning. Bit disappointing as i thought they would last a lot longer than that. $50 down the drain.
Frequently Asked Question
What is a Cryptocoryne plant?
Cryptocoryne plants, or crypts, are rooted aquarium plants native to tropical Asia. They grow from a crown and produce leaves in green, bronze, red or pink depending on the variety. Cryptocoryne plants are popular for midground and background placement in low-tech and high-tech planted aquariums.
Are Cryptocoryne plants easy to grow?
Yes, Cryptocoryne plants are easy to grow once established. They tolerate low light, low CO2 and a wide range of water parameters. Cryptocoryne plants do best in nutrient-rich substrate with root tabs. After settling in, crypts grow steadily and form attractive clumps with minimal maintenance.
What is Crypt melt and how do I prevent it?
Crypt melt is when Cryptocoryne plants suddenly drop all their leaves after being moved or after a water change. It is a stress response, not death. Leave the roots in the substrate — new leaves regrow within 2–4 weeks. Stable parameters and minimal disturbance help prevent crypt melt.
How do you plant Cryptocoryne in an aquarium?
Plant Cryptocoryne by burying the roots fully in nutrient-rich substrate while keeping the crown (where leaves meet roots) just above the surface. Use root tabs near the base for steady feeding. Space Cryptocoryne plants 4–6 cm apart so each crypt has room to grow outward.
Do Cryptocoryne plants need CO2?
Cryptocoryne plants do not need CO2 to grow well. They are reliable low-tech aquarium plants and grow steadily under standard LED lighting. Adding CO2 will produce larger, more colourful leaves and faster growth, but most Cryptocoryne varieties thrive without it in low-tech planted tanks.
What is the best Cryptocoryne for beginners?
The best Cryptocoryne plants for beginners are Cryptocoryne Wendtii (green, brown or red) and Cryptocoryne Lucens. They are hardy, adaptable and grow in low to medium light without CO2. Cryptocoryne Parva is also popular for foregrounds but grows much slower than other crypt varieties.
How tall do Cryptocoryne plants grow?
Cryptocoryne plants vary in height by species. Cryptocoryne Parva stays around 5 cm and works as a foreground plant. Cryptocoryne Wendtii reaches 15–25 cm. Larger crypts like Cryptocoryne Balansae and Cryptocoryne Spiralis can grow 40–60 cm tall, making them ideal background aquarium plants.
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