Cryptocoryne parva (narrow) (Cryptocoryne parva) illustration

Cryptocoryne parva (narrow)

Cryptocoryne parva

The smallest Cryptocoryne species. Narrow dark green leaves. Very slow growing but permanent once established. One of the best low-tech foreground plants — never needs trimming.

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Care at a glance

ForegroundPlacement
lowLight
not requiredCO₂
easyDifficulty
slowGrowth
4"Max height
72-82°FTemperature
6.0-7.5pH
lowTech

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