Cryptocoryne crispatula var. balansae

Cryptocoryne crispatula var. balansae has crispy velvet leaves. The colour can vary from red-brown to light-green depending on the light and the substrate but the actual colour probably depends on the variety, too. The natural habitat of Cryptocoryne crispatula var. balansae is often calcareous though the growth is stimulated by addition of CO . It is an quite sturdy plant and larger individuals willingly set new offshoots. In large aquaria a group of Cryptocoryne crispatula var. balansae creates a beautiful background.