Crinum Calamistratum
Crinum Calamistratum
Out of stock
Notify Me When Available
Couldn't load pickup availability
1 bulb per order. Long leaves will 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.
Plants were great
I received a beautiful healthy plant, all of the ones i ordered were all nice and healthy upon arrival, but unfortunately, this one in particular rotted away, it looked great when I received it so I’m assuming something about my tank it didn’t like, it is still a little bit alive though at the base and hopefully it’ll surprise me and bounce back.
It came in perfect! My shrimp love it!! I cant belive how the size of the plant i was expecting smaller
.