
Cryptocoryne usteriana
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Plant Information
Cryptocoryne usteriana is one of the taller Cryptocorynes, native to the Philippines. Its leaves are 3-5 cm wide with an embossed surface and can easily reach over 50 cm in length. Under good light and fertilization, the upper side of the leaves turns dark green or bronze-green, while the underside becomes burgundy red. It propagates through long runners and tolerates alkaline water well.
Overview
| Type | pot |
| Typical Height (cm) | 30+ |
| Difficulty | Medium |
| Position | Background |
| Light Requirement | Medium |