Common Name: Crypt Parva Crypt Parva is one of the smallest Cryptocoryne species, with green, grass-like leaves growing up to 4" tall — a suitable foreground and midground plant. Compared to other Crypts, it grows very slowly and can require more light, so patience is needed to achieve lush growth. Skill Level Easy CO2 Not Required Requires Aqua Soil Recommended — plant into a quality substrate Type Rooted (Crypt) Max Height 2-4" Placement Foreground / Midground Light Level Low (approx. 15-30 PAR) Origin Sri Lanka Other Family: Araceae. pH 6-7.5. Slow to moderate grower. Care & Planting: Remove the cotton surrounding the roots and plant into quality substrate. Cryptocoryne prefer not to be moved once planted — avoid relocating them if possible. A note on "crypt melt": Cryptocoryne are well known for shedding their leaves after being moved, replanted, or exposed to a sudden change in water parameters. This is normal — new, better-adapted leaves typically regrow within a few weeks once the plant settles in. Don't panic if it happens; just maintain stable conditions and give it time to recover.
