Product Review
Cryptocoryne Axelrodi is a beautiful, slow-growing aquatic plant with narrow, wavy leaves that range from green to reddish-brown, depending on lighting and nutrients. This tissue culture (TC) variant is pest-free, algae-free, and disease-free, ensuring a healthy and safe start for your planted aquarium. It is ideal for midground placement, adding a natural and structured look to the aquascape. Perfect for both low-tech and high-tech tanks, it thrives in a variety of conditions and adapts well to different water parameters.
Specifications
Scientific Name: Cryptocoryne axelrodi
Common Names: Axelrodi Crypt, Crypt Axelrodi
Plant Type: Midground Rosette Plant
Growth Rate: Slow to Moderate
Height: 10-25 cm
Lighting Requirements: Low to Medium
CO₂ Requirement: Not required but benefits from CO₂
Water Conditions:
Temperature: 22°C – 28°C
pH Range: 6.0 – 7.5
Hardness: Soft to moderate
Substrate: Prefers nutrient-rich soil
Propagation: By runners and daughter plants
Key Points
Premium Tissue Culture Plant – 100% pest-free, algae-free, and healthy
Hardy & Low Maintenance – Adapts to a wide range of water conditions
Distinctive Wavy Leaves – Adds texture and contrast to planted tanks
Perfect Midground Plant – Complements foreground and background plants
Ideal for Low-Tech Tanks – Thrives without CO₂ but grows better with it
Safe for Fish & Shrimp – Provides shelter and enhances the natural habitat
Usage
Best for midground placement in planted aquariums
Works well in Nature-style, Biotope, and Dutch aquascapes
Can be used in low-tech and high-tech setups
Enhances shrimp tanks and community aquariums
Usage Tips
Plant in small clusters for a fuller, more natural effect
Expect some initial melting, but the plant will regrow once adapted
Use root fertilizers for improved growth and stronger leaves
Trim dead or damaged leaves occasionally to maintain a clean look
Avoid frequent replanting, as Crypts prefer stable environments
Note
May melt initially but will regrow with stable conditions
Grows slowly but steadily once established
Performs best with nutrient-rich substrate and stable lighting