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Cryptocorynes Cryptocoryne plant species consists of 50+ plant species, and make a unique addition to a planted tank.

 
 
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Old 10-12-2009, 03:24 PM   #5 (permalink)
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Default Re: Ultra Rare Crypt

Well, it certainly depends on how rare is defined:
Rare in cultivation? There are a few populations of which only a single specimen is left in cultivation.
Rare in nature? There are a few populations which are known to be extinct in nature for sure.

To cut a long story short: Make sure to distribute any runners to other enthusiasts! That helps to reduce the risk of loosing rare crypts...


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C. x timahensis is an Über-rare emersed-only crypt.
It does grow submersed without problem - does well in a blackwater tank.


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it's only found in one small pool in Singapore.
Yup. Avoid obtaining plants collected in nature! This and many other crypts are being propagated and runners from cultivation tend to be much more stable during shipping.
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