Cryptocoryne walkeri
Cryptocoryne walkeri | |
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Scientific classification ![]() | |
Kingdom: | Plantae |
Clade: | Tracheophytes |
Clade: | Angiosperms |
Clade: | Monocots |
Order: | Alismatales |
Family: | Araceae |
Genus: | Cryptocoryne |
Species: | C. walkeri
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Binomial name | |
Cryptocoryne walkeri Schott
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Cryptocoryne walkeri is a plant species belonging to the Aroid genus Cryptocoryne. It is known to occur only in Sri Lanka.
Description[]
Cryptocoryne 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[]
Cryptocoryne 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.[citation needed]
References[]
- ^ "Archived copy". Archived from the original on 2009-06-08. Retrieved 2009-08-05.CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)
- ^ http://www.tropica.com/productcard_1.asp?id=111
Categories:
- Cryptocoryne
- Aquatic plants