🌿 All About Cryptocoryne 'Gecko' – Growow TC Plant

Cryptocoryne 'Gecko' is a rare and ornamental hybrid known for its unique leaf textures and bold coloration. A newer variety among the Cryptocoryne family, 'Gecko' is sought after by aquascaping enthusiasts for its decorative appearance and compatibility with both low-tech and high-tech aquariums.

As a Growow Tissue Culture (TC) Plant, it comes pest-free, algae-free, and disease-free, making it an excellent, clean start for any planted tank.

🔍 Quick Overview

• Scientific Name: Cryptocoryne sp. ‘Gecko’ (hybrid)

• Common Name: Crypt ‘Gecko’

• Family: Araceae

• Growth Type: Rosette

• Tank Position: Foreground to Midground

• Origin: Selective cultivar (originated from Asia)

🌱 Plant Features

• Height: 6–12 cm

• Leaf Color: Variegated tones of green, bronze, and reddish patterns, often with speckled or marbled patterns

• Leaf Shape: Broad, rounded to oval, with wavy or curled edges

• Growth Rate: Medium

• Propagation: Through runners (once established)

• Unique Trait: Eye-catching pattern that resembles the skin of a gecko, hence the name

💧 Tank Requirements

• Lighting: Medium (brings out colors and patterns best)

• CO₂: Recommended for faster growth and more vivid coloration

• Substrate: Nutrient-rich (aquasoil or root tabs)

• pH Range: 6.0–7.5

• Temperature: 22–28°C

• Water Hardness: Soft to medium

🧪 Growow Tissue Culture Benefits

• 100% pest-free, algae-free, and snail-free

• Sterile lab-cultured environment ensures long shelf life before planting

• Ideal for shrimp tanks, nano tanks, and high-end scapes

• Allows quick rooting and healthy adaptation

🌟 Why Choose Cryptocoryne 'Gecko'?

• Rare and stunning hybrid for unique aquascapes

• Perfect for hobbyists seeking uncommon plant textures

• Forms a natural, low-growing cluster that enhances depth

• Excellent for Dutch-style or nature-style aquariums

• Can thrive in a variety of tank conditions once established

🧠 Aquascaping Tips

• Best used as a midground or foreground focal point

• Pairs beautifully with mosses, red Rotala, or dark Bucephalandra

• Allow it to settle for a few weeks to avoid Crypt melt

• Works well in shadowed or softly lit zones of the tank

• Use in pairs or small groups for balanced design

💡 Pro Tip: Stable water conditions and gentle planting are key. Avoid shifting the plant often—let it root and flourish slowly. Add iron supplements to enhance color.