{"product_id":"cryptocoryne-pontederiifolia","title":"Cryptocoryne Pontederiifolia","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"37\" data-end=\"441\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"37\" data-end=\"69\"\u003eCryptocoryne pontederiifolia\u003c\/strong\u003e is a freshwater plant prized for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"107\" data-end=\"144\"\u003elong, narrow, bright green leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e and graceful rosette formation. Native to Southeast Asia, this species forms a medium to large rosette that can arch elegantly, creating a striking visual in midground or background aquarium placement. Its durable nature and attractive foliage make it a versatile choice for natural aquascapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"443\" data-end=\"555\"\u003eThis species is \u003cstrong data-start=\"459\" data-end=\"487\"\u003eeasy to moderate in care\u003c\/strong\u003e, thriving in stable water parameters and nutrient-rich substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"557\" data-end=\"560\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"562\" data-end=\"583\"\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"584\" data-end=\"748\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"584\" data-end=\"617\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"586\" data-end=\"617\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"586\" data-end=\"599\"\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to Moderate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"618\" data-end=\"647\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"620\" data-end=\"647\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"620\" data-end=\"636\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22–28 °C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"648\" data-end=\"667\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"650\" data-end=\"667\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"650\" data-end=\"657\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"668\" data-end=\"705\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"670\" data-end=\"705\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"670\" data-end=\"686\"\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slow to Moderate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"706\" data-end=\"748\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"708\" data-end=\"748\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"708\" data-end=\"722\"\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Midground to Background\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"750\" data-end=\"753\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"755\" data-end=\"779\"\u003eGrowth \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"780\" data-end=\"1211\"\u003eCryptocoryne pontederiifolia grows as a compact rosette with long leaves that may reach upward or arch outward. A \u003cstrong data-start=\"894\" data-end=\"949\"\u003efertile substrate and occasional root fertilization\u003c\/strong\u003e promote strong leaf growth. As with other Crypts, it may undergo temporary “Crypt melt” when first introduced or after sudden water changes, but it usually recovers under stable conditions. Older or damaged leaves can be trimmed to maintain a tidy appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1213\" data-end=\"1216\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1218\" data-end=\"1237\"\u003eAquascaping Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1238\" data-end=\"1264\"\u003eThis plant is ideal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1265\" data-end=\"1504\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1265\" data-end=\"1335\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1267\" data-end=\"1335\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1267\" data-end=\"1304\"\u003eMidground or background placement\u003c\/strong\u003e in medium to large aquariums\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1336\" data-end=\"1380\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1338\" data-end=\"1380\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1338\" data-end=\"1378\"\u003eCreating graceful arches of greenery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1381\" data-end=\"1446\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1383\" data-end=\"1446\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1383\" data-end=\"1417\"\u003eProviding natural hiding spots\u003c\/strong\u003e for fish and invertebrates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1447\" data-end=\"1504\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1449\" data-end=\"1504\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1449\" data-end=\"1502\"\u003eAdding contrast against shorter foreground plants\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1506\" data-end=\"1509\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1511\" data-end=\"1646\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1511\" data-end=\"1646\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003eA durable and elegant Cryptocoryne with long, arching leaves, perfect for midground or background placement in freshwater aquascapes.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44816235626718,"sku":"","price":16.99,"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-pontederiifolia","provider":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}