{"product_id":"cryptocoryne-cordata","title":"Cryptocoryne Cordata","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"29\" data-end=\"472\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"29\" data-end=\"53\"\u003eCryptocoryne cordata\u003c\/strong\u003e is a popular freshwater plant known for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"98\" data-end=\"133\"\u003edistinctive heart-shaped leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e and compact rosette growth. Native to Southeast Asia, it thrives in medium-light aquariums and is suitable for both midground and foreground planting, depending on leaf size and tank scale. Its versatile nature and subtle green coloration make it a staple for natural aquascapes, adding texture and low-profile foliage to planted tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"474\" data-end=\"587\"\u003eThis species is \u003cstrong data-start=\"490\" data-end=\"518\"\u003eeasy to moderate in care\u003c\/strong\u003e, appreciating stable water parameters and nutrient-rich substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"589\" data-end=\"592\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"594\" data-end=\"615\"\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"616\" data-end=\"780\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"616\" data-end=\"649\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"618\" data-end=\"649\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"618\" data-end=\"631\"\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to Moderate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"650\" data-end=\"679\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"652\" data-end=\"679\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"652\" data-end=\"668\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22–28 °C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"680\" data-end=\"699\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"682\" data-end=\"699\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"682\" data-end=\"689\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"700\" data-end=\"737\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"702\" data-end=\"737\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"702\" data-end=\"718\"\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slow to Moderate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"738\" data-end=\"780\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"740\" data-end=\"780\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"740\" data-end=\"754\"\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Foreground to Midground\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"782\" data-end=\"785\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"787\" data-end=\"811\"\u003eGrowth \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"812\" data-end=\"1210\"\u003eCryptocoryne cordata grows slowly, forming a compact rosette. A \u003cstrong data-start=\"876\" data-end=\"903\"\u003enutrient-rich substrate\u003c\/strong\u003e encourages healthy root development and stronger leaves. Like many Crypts, it may undergo temporary “Crypt melt” when introduced to a new aquarium or after sudden changes in water chemistry but usually recovers under stable conditions. Occasional pruning of older leaves helps maintain a neat appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1212\" data-end=\"1215\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1217\" data-end=\"1236\"\u003eAquascaping Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1263\"\u003eThis plant is ideal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1264\" data-end=\"1472\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1264\" data-end=\"1304\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1266\" data-end=\"1304\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1266\" data-end=\"1302\"\u003eForeground or midground planting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1347\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1307\" data-end=\"1347\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1307\" data-end=\"1345\"\u003eCreating low, dense green clusters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1348\" data-end=\"1402\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1350\" data-end=\"1402\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1350\" data-end=\"1400\"\u003eAdding natural cover for small fish and shrimp\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1403\" data-end=\"1472\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1405\" data-end=\"1472\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1405\" data-end=\"1470\"\u003eProviding texture contrast with taller or finer-leaved plants\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1474\" data-end=\"1477\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1479\" data-end=\"1630\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1479\" data-end=\"1630\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003eA compact, heart-leaf Cryptocoryne that provides low-profile greenery, perfect for foreground or midground planting in natural freshwater aquascapes.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44816208265438,"sku":"","price":19.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/4768\/4574\/files\/Photo.png?v=1741200651","url":"https:\/\/poseidonaquaticsandplants.com\/products\/cryptocoryne-cordata","provider":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}