Cryptocoryne walkeri

Cryptocoryne walkeri
Scientific classification
Kingdom: Plantae
(unranked): Angiosperms
(unranked): Monocots
Order: Alismatales
Family: Araceae
Subfamily: Aroideae
Tribe: Cryptocoryneae
Genus: Cryptocoryne
Species: C. walkeri
Binomial name
Cryptocoryne walkeri
Synonyms
  • Cryptocoryne lutea[1]

Cryptocoryne walkeri is a plant species belonging to the Aroid genus Cryptocoryne. It is known to occur only in Sri Lanka.

Description

C. walkeri has a more rigid and upright structure than most other Cryptocorynes. It grows to be 12–15 cm with a width of 8 cm.[2]

Cultivation

C. walkeri is considered to be of medium-difficulty to cultivate. It is a slow grower with medium demands as to nutrients and light. Prefers medium lighting along with a pH of 5.0-7.0. Grows well in water that is 20-28C. As with all other Cryptocoryne cultivars, C. walkeri is subject to crypt melt.

References

  1. ↑ http://www.plantedtank.net/forums/myplants/56-Cryptocoryne_lutea_Cryptocoryne_walkeri_lutea.html
  2. ↑ http://www.tropica.com/productcard_1.asp?id=111
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