Cryptocoryne Florida Sunset 5cm Pot

🌿 Cryptocoryne 'Florida Sunset'

Bring exceptional colour and rarity to your aquarium with the stunning Cryptocoryne 'Florida Sunset'. Widely regarded as one of the most sought-after Cryptocoryne varieties, this remarkable plant features vibrant pink, peach, orange, and green tones that create a truly unique display within planted aquariums.

Its striking coloration and compact growth habit make it a perfect focal point for aquascapers looking to add a splash of warm colour to the foreground or midground of their layout.

🌿 Why Choose Cryptocoryne 'Florida Sunset'?

🌅 Beautiful pink, peach, orange, and green foliage
🌱 Rare and highly desirable Cryptocoryne variety
🪴 Perfect for foreground and midground planting
🐠 Excellent for shrimp tanks and aquascapes
⭐ One of the most colourful Cryptocorynes available

When grown under optimal conditions, Cryptocoryne 'Florida Sunset' develops vibrant warm tones that create stunning contrast against traditional green aquarium plants.

📏 Care Requirements

🧬 Scientific Name: Cryptocoryne wendtii 'Florida Sunset'
📛 Common Name: Cryptocoryne Florida Sunset
🏠 Placement: Foreground to midground
📏 Growth Height: 10–20 cm
💡 Lighting: Moderate to high recommended
🌡️ Temperature: 22–28°C
⚗️ pH Range: 6.0–7.5
🌱 Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
🧪 CO₂ Requirement: Recommended for best colouration and growth

Cryptocoryne 'Florida Sunset' performs best in nutrient-rich substrates and benefits from stable water parameters.

🌱 Planting Instructions

✔️ Remove the plant from its pot and carefully remove the rockwool from around the roots
✔️ Plant the roots into aquatic soil or fine gravel, keeping the crown above the substrate
✔️ Allow space around the plant for future growth
✔️ Avoid frequently moving the plant once established

As with many Cryptocoryne species, some leaf loss ("Crypt Melt") may occur after planting. This is normal and new growth will emerge as the plant adapts.

🐠 Compatibility

Ideal for planted aquariums, aquascapes, shrimp tanks, and community aquariums. Its dense foliage provides shelter for shrimp, fry, and small fish while adding exceptional visual appeal.

Compatible with tetras, rasboras, Corydoras, shrimp, gouramis, rainbowfish, and most peaceful freshwater species.

⚠️ Important Notes

The vibrant pink and orange tones of Cryptocoryne 'Florida Sunset' are heavily influenced by lighting intensity, nutrient availability, and CO₂ supplementation. Under lower light conditions, colours may become less intense.

For the best results, provide nutrient-rich substrate, regular fertilisation, and stable aquarium conditions. Once established, this plant becomes a truly eye-catching feature within any aquascape.

Cryptocoryne 'Florida Sunset' is a fantastic choice for UK aquarists looking for a rare and colourful aquarium plant that adds warmth, contrast, and premium appeal to a freshwater aquarium.