Twood9615
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can somebody tell me what type of crypt this is, I got it at my local store but I don't remember even checking to see what type it was and now I'm not sure.
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can somebody tell me what type of crypt this is, I got it at my local store but I don't remember even checking to see what type it was and now I'm not sure.
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Twood9615
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Is that a slow grower like other crypts?
flitabout
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I looks like this one to me Crypt Lutea (Cryptocoryne lutea) Pot (medium size)
I have root tabs in with mine and they grow like mad.
I have root tabs in with mine and they grow like mad.
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Twood9615
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it does look similar but In any case about how long do crypts take to start to send off runners and spread because it's been in the tank for almost a week and it hasn't melted or showed any signs of deterioration so I'm thinking it's in pretty good health and I was hoping it would spread out a little towards the front of my tank soon (I will be adding temple Hygrophila behind it) and so that's why I've been trying to figure out the species so I could research it a little more and try to get a guess on the growth rate, but how long does that usually take in your experience? Also I may reposition it after I add the Hygrophila so I haven't added a root tab just yet but I will be once I get all the plants settled in their final spots.
Just about all crypts are what I would call "slow growers". They won't readily spread like some other plants. I don't believe it is lutea. We have some of both and the leaves start later on the stem on the retro than lutea. Could be wrong though, not a plant guy by any means.
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Twood9615
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Yeah I think it looks more like the retro also, and so would I just be better off buying a few more than waiting?
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Twood9615
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Yeah I have some but not enough to wait several months for it to spread haha
flitabout
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I haven't noticed runners in mine. Just really fast growing leaves and lots of them. But on the single plants. No runners and I have had mine in the tank for around 3 months now. I bought them in one of those little packs from Petsmart. Those grew really fast. But have not sent out runners.
If you are looking for lushness I would say buy a few more. I have had good luck with the petsmart packs. They are cheaper and you get a bunch of plants.
If you are looking for lushness I would say buy a few more. I have had good luck with the petsmart packs. They are cheaper and you get a bunch of plants.
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Twood9615
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Okay thanks for the help guys I appreciate all the input.
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