{"product_id":"cryptocoryne-retrospiralis-5cm-pot","title":"Cryptocoryne Retrospiralis 5cm Pot","description":"\u003cp class=\"zlAe0W_TextBase zlAe0W_Text\" data-w-component=\"text\"\u003e🌿 \u003cspan class=\"zlAe0W_TextBase zlAe0W_Text rFU14q_Emphasis\" data-w-component=\"bold\" data-w-weight=\"semibold\" data-w-inline=\"\"\u003eCryptocoryne retrospiralis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"zlAe0W_TextBase zlAe0W_Text\" data-w-component=\"text\"\u003eAdd elegant height and flowing movement to your aquarium with the beautiful Cryptocoryne retrospiralis. This distinctive Cryptocoryne species is known for its long, narrow, ribbon-like leaves that gently twist and sway in the current, creating a graceful and natural appearance in planted aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"zlAe0W_TextBase zlAe0W_Text\" data-w-component=\"text\"\u003eHardy, adaptable, and relatively easy to care for, Cryptocoryne retrospiralis is an excellent choice for aquarists looking to add vertical structure and texture to the midground or background of their aquascape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"XYd-Qa_Headline\" data-w-component=\"title\" data-w-weight=\"semibold\" data-w-size=\"lg\"\u003e🌿 Why Choose Cryptocoryne retrospiralis?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"Ck6QPa_List\" data-w-component=\"list\" data-w-variant=\"native-unordered\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"v9V1QG_Item\" data-w-component=\"list-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ac5DTa_Box v9V1QG_Content\" data-w-direction=\"col\" data-w-auto-spacing=\"\" data-w-list-content=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"zlAe0W_TextBase zlAe0W_Text\" data-w-component=\"text\"\u003e🌱 Long, twisted ribbon-like leaves with elegant movement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"v9V1QG_Item\" data-w-component=\"list-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ac5DTa_Box v9V1QG_Content\" data-w-direction=\"col\" data-w-auto-spacing=\"\" data-w-list-content=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"zlAe0W_TextBase zlAe0W_Text\" data-w-component=\"text\"\u003e🌿 Excellent midground to background plant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"v9V1QG_Item\" data-w-component=\"list-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ac5DTa_Box v9V1QG_Content\" data-w-direction=\"col\" data-w-auto-spacing=\"\" data-w-list-content=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"zlAe0W_TextBase zlAe0W_Text\" data-w-component=\"text\"\u003e🪴 Ideal for natural and planted aquascapes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"v9V1QG_Item\" data-w-component=\"list-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ac5DTa_Box v9V1QG_Content\" data-w-direction=\"col\" data-w-auto-spacing=\"\" data-w-list-content=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"zlAe0W_TextBase zlAe0W_Text\" data-w-component=\"text\"\u003e🐠 Provides shelter and structure for fish and shrimp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"v9V1QG_Item\" data-w-component=\"list-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ac5DTa_Box v9V1QG_Content\" data-w-direction=\"col\" data-w-auto-spacing=\"\" data-w-list-content=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"zlAe0W_TextBase zlAe0W_Text\" data-w-component=\"text\"\u003e⭐ Hardy and adaptable once established\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"zlAe0W_TextBase zlAe0W_Text\" data-w-component=\"text\"\u003eIts tall, flowing leaves create a soft, natural look that contrasts beautifully with broader-leaved plants and hardscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"XYd-Qa_Headline\" data-w-component=\"title\" data-w-weight=\"semibold\" data-w-size=\"lg\"\u003e📏 Care Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"Ck6QPa_List\" data-w-component=\"list\" data-w-variant=\"native-unordered\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"v9V1QG_Item\" data-w-component=\"list-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ac5DTa_Box v9V1QG_Content\" data-w-direction=\"col\" data-w-auto-spacing=\"\" data-w-list-content=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"zlAe0W_TextBase zlAe0W_Text\" data-w-component=\"text\"\u003e🧬 Scientific Name: Cryptocoryne retrospiralis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"v9V1QG_Item\" data-w-component=\"list-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ac5DTa_Box v9V1QG_Content\" data-w-direction=\"col\" data-w-auto-spacing=\"\" data-w-list-content=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"zlAe0W_TextBase zlAe0W_Text\" data-w-component=\"text\"\u003e📛 Common Name: Cryptocoryne Retrospiralis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"v9V1QG_Item\" data-w-component=\"list-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ac5DTa_Box v9V1QG_Content\" data-w-direction=\"col\" data-w-auto-spacing=\"\" data-w-list-content=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"zlAe0W_TextBase zlAe0W_Text\" data-w-component=\"text\"\u003e🏠 Placement: Midground to background\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"v9V1QG_Item\" data-w-component=\"list-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ac5DTa_Box v9V1QG_Content\" data-w-direction=\"col\" data-w-auto-spacing=\"\" data-w-list-content=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"zlAe0W_TextBase zlAe0W_Text\" data-w-component=\"text\"\u003e📏 Growth Height: 20–50 cm+\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"v9V1QG_Item\" data-w-component=\"list-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ac5DTa_Box v9V1QG_Content\" data-w-direction=\"col\" data-w-auto-spacing=\"\" data-w-list-content=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"zlAe0W_TextBase zlAe0W_Text\" data-w-component=\"text\"\u003e💡 Lighting: Low to moderate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"v9V1QG_Item\" data-w-component=\"list-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ac5DTa_Box v9V1QG_Content\" data-w-direction=\"col\" data-w-auto-spacing=\"\" data-w-list-content=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"zlAe0W_TextBase zlAe0W_Text\" data-w-component=\"text\"\u003e🌡️ Temperature: 20–28°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"v9V1QG_Item\" data-w-component=\"list-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ac5DTa_Box v9V1QG_Content\" data-w-direction=\"col\" data-w-auto-spacing=\"\" data-w-list-content=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"zlAe0W_TextBase zlAe0W_Text\" data-w-component=\"text\"\u003e⚗️ pH Range: 6.0–7.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"v9V1QG_Item\" data-w-component=\"list-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ac5DTa_Box v9V1QG_Content\" data-w-direction=\"col\" data-w-auto-spacing=\"\" data-w-list-content=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"zlAe0W_TextBase zlAe0W_Text\" data-w-component=\"text\"\u003e🌱 Growth Rate: Moderate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"v9V1QG_Item\" data-w-component=\"list-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ac5DTa_Box v9V1QG_Content\" data-w-direction=\"col\" data-w-auto-spacing=\"\" data-w-list-content=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"zlAe0W_TextBase zlAe0W_Text\" data-w-component=\"text\"\u003e🧪 CO₂ Requirement: Not required (benefits growth if provided)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"zlAe0W_TextBase zlAe0W_Text\" data-w-component=\"text\"\u003eCryptocoryne retrospiralis thrives in nutrient-rich substrates and adapts well to a wide range of aquarium conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"XYd-Qa_Headline\" data-w-component=\"title\" data-w-weight=\"semibold\" data-w-size=\"lg\"\u003e🌱 Planting Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"Ck6QPa_List\" data-w-component=\"list\" data-w-connector=\"solid\" data-w-variant=\"rich-with-marker-column\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"v9V1QG_Item\" data-w-component=\"list-item\" data-w-connector=\"solid\" data-w-marker-layout=\"list\" data-w-variant=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"v9V1QG_MarkerSlot\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ac5DTa_Box v9V1QG_Content\" data-w-direction=\"col\" data-w-auto-spacing=\"\" data-w-list-content=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"zlAe0W_TextBase zlAe0W_Text\" data-w-component=\"text\"\u003eRemove the plant from its pot and carefully remove the rockwool from around the roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"v9V1QG_Item\" data-w-component=\"list-item\" data-w-connector=\"solid\" data-w-marker-layout=\"list\" data-w-variant=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"v9V1QG_MarkerSlot\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ac5DTa_Box v9V1QG_Content\" data-w-direction=\"col\" data-w-auto-spacing=\"\" data-w-list-content=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"zlAe0W_TextBase zlAe0W_Text\" data-w-component=\"text\"\u003ePlant the roots into aquatic soil or fine gravel, ensuring the crown remains just above the substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"v9V1QG_Item\" data-w-component=\"list-item\" data-w-connector=\"solid\" data-w-marker-layout=\"list\" data-w-variant=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"v9V1QG_MarkerSlot\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ac5DTa_Box v9V1QG_Content\" data-w-direction=\"col\" data-w-auto-spacing=\"\" data-w-list-content=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"zlAe0W_TextBase zlAe0W_Text\" data-w-component=\"text\"\u003eLeave enough space around the plant for its tall leaves to spread naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"v9V1QG_Item\" data-w-component=\"list-item\" data-w-connector=\"solid\" data-w-marker-layout=\"list\" data-w-variant=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"v9V1QG_MarkerSlot\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ac5DTa_Box v9V1QG_Content\" data-w-direction=\"col\" data-w-auto-spacing=\"\" data-w-list-content=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"zlAe0W_TextBase zlAe0W_Text\" data-w-component=\"text\"\u003eAvoid frequently disturbing the roots once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"zlAe0W_TextBase zlAe0W_Text\" data-w-component=\"text\"\u003eLike many Cryptocoryne species, it may experience temporary “Crypt Melt” after planting. This is normal and new leaves will usually emerge as the plant adapts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"XYd-Qa_Headline\" data-w-component=\"title\" data-w-weight=\"semibold\" data-w-size=\"lg\"\u003e🐠 Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"zlAe0W_TextBase zlAe0W_Text\" data-w-component=\"text\"\u003ePerfect for planted aquariums, shrimp tanks, and community setups. Its tall, flowing leaves provide excellent cover for fish, shrimp, and fry while adding natural movement and depth to the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"zlAe0W_TextBase zlAe0W_Text\" data-w-component=\"text\"\u003eCompatible with tetras, rasboras, Corydoras, shrimp, gouramis, rainbowfish, angelfish, discus, and most peaceful freshwater species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"XYd-Qa_Headline\" data-w-component=\"title\" data-w-weight=\"semibold\" data-w-size=\"lg\"\u003e⚠️ Important Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"zlAe0W_TextBase zlAe0W_Text\" data-w-component=\"text\"\u003eCryptocoryne retrospiralis prefers stable water conditions and nutrient-rich substrate for best growth. While it tolerates low light, stronger lighting and good nutrient availability can encourage faster growth and richer coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"zlAe0W_TextBase zlAe0W_Text\" data-w-component=\"text\"\u003eOnce established, this plant is highly resilient and can become a long-lasting feature within the aquarium, producing graceful leaves that add a natural riverbank or jungle-like feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"zlAe0W_TextBase zlAe0W_Text\" data-w-component=\"text\"\u003eCryptocoryne retrospiralis is a fantastic choice for UK aquarists looking for a hardy, elegant, and taller aquatic plant that adds movement, texture, and natural beauty to a freshwater aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aqualine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58284603638141,"sku":"3362","price":5.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/4983\/3648\/files\/Cryptocoryne-Retrospiralis-Cryptocoryne-Retrospiralis-Pot_013714_153050.png?v=1781523723","url":"https:\/\/www.snuffleandswim.com\/products\/cryptocoryne-retrospiralis-5cm-pot","provider":"Snuffle and Swim","version":"1.0","type":"link"}