Crinum Calamistratum
Crinum Calamistratum
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1 bulb per order. Long leaves with grow in time!
Crinum Calamistratum is a unique and elegant aquatic plant known for its long, narrow, and wavy dark green leaves. Native to Africa, this slow-growing bulb plant adds a dramatic, flowing appearance to aquariums, making it a standout choice for midground to background placement. Its hardiness and ability to thrive in a wide range of conditions make it a favorite among aquarists.
Key Features
Key Features
- Long, Wavy Leaves: Creates a striking, flowing effect in aquascapes.
- Deep Green Coloration: Adds a rich, natural look to freshwater aquariums.
- Hardy & Slow-Growing: Requires minimal maintenance and adapts to various conditions.
- Great for Midground & Background: Provides height and texture in planted tanks.
- Bulb-Based Growth: Stores nutrients in its bulb, allowing it to survive fluctuations in conditions.
Care Tips
Care Tips
- Lighting: Moderate to high lighting supports healthy growth and prevents legginess.
- CO₂ & Fertilization: CO₂ is not required but can enhance growth; benefits from root tabs and liquid fertilizers.
- Temperature: Thrives in water temperatures between 72–82°F (22–28°C).
- Water Conditions: Prefers a pH range of 6.0–7.5 and soft to moderately hard water.
- Substrate: Best planted in fine gravel or aquasoil, ensuring the bulb is not fully buried to prevent rot.
- Flow Preference: Tolerates moderate to strong water flow, making it suitable for larger tanks.
- Propagation: Produces small bulb offsets that can be separated and replanted.
Live Arrival Guarantee
Live Arrival Guarantee
In the event of a DOA, we will replace the affected plants or livestock and reship FOR FREE!
If a DOA has occurred, please send clear photos of the affected plants or livestock in their closed shipping containers to info@dakuaquatics.com within 2 hours of the first delivery attempt and we will make it right!
With its graceful, wavy leaves and low-maintenance nature, Crinum Calamistratum is an excellent choice for aquarists looking to add an elegant, natural element to their aquarium.
These are one of my favorite plants Ive added to my betta tanks. They are so interesting to look at and they have grown super well since I bought them from Daku. They have not gotten much bigger, but they have produced very long leaves that curl all the way to the top of the tank and back down again. The leaves provide great resting places at all depths of the tank for my male betta.