πΏ All About Cryptocoryne 'Sindoor' β Growow TC Plant Cryptocoryne 'Sindoor' is a rare and striking aquarium plant, admired for its unique red-pinkish hues that resemble traditional Indian "sindoor" (vermilion),...
Cryptocoryne 'Sindoor' is a rare and striking aquarium plant, admired for its unique red-pinkish hues that resemble traditional Indian "sindoor" (vermilion), hence the name. This cultivar is a favorite among aquascapers looking for color variation in the midground or foreground without needing intense lighting or COβ. Available as a Growow Tissue Culture (TC) Plant, it ensures a clean, disease-free, and algae-free introduction to any planted tank.
Scientific Name: Cryptocoryne sp. 'Sindoor'
Type: Rosette
Placement: Foreground to midground
Growth Rate: Slow to medium
Color: Vibrant reddish to sindoor-like pink under proper lighting
Height: 8β15 cm
Leaf Shape: Ovate to slightly lanceolate, smooth to mildly wavy
Color Range: Deep green to reddish-pink or sindoor red
Growth Form: Compact rosettes, spreads via runners
Ideal Layout Use: Foreground highlight or midground filler
Light: Medium to high (enhances reddish tones)
COβ: Optional but recommended for best color and growth
Substrate: Nutrient-rich (aquasoil or root tabs help)
Water Parameters:
pH: 6.0β7.5
Temperature: 22β28Β°C
Hardness: Soft to moderate
100% sterile β no snails, algae, or pathogens
Healthy root system and vibrant new growth
Multiple plantlets per cup for propagation
Shrimp- and nano-safe
Stunning and uncommon coloration for contrast
Grows steadily in a wide range of tank conditions
Perfect for natural, Dutch, or color-focused layouts
Low maintenance β great for beginners and collectors alike
Does well even in low-tech aquariums
Combine with green crypts (wendtii, lucens) or moss for color contrast
Looks beautiful in nature-style layouts among rocks or wood
Avoid moving frequently once planted β crypts prefer stability
Patience is key: it may take a few weeks to show true color
π‘ Note: Like most Cryptocoryne, 'Sindoor' may experience βcrypt meltβ after initial planting. This is normal and regrowth will begin from the root base once settled.
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