Cryptocoryne x willisii

The cryptocoryne x Willisii is a common aquarium plant from Southeast Asia. It is a floating stems plant that can reach about 20 cm high and produces spear -shaped leaves about 10 cm long. The leaves are dark green on top and lighter below, with pronounced ribs. The cryptocoryne x Willisii also produces eposhered flowers that can be white, pink or red. The plant prefers calm waters and moderate to strong lighting, as well as a substrate rich in nutrients. It is often used as a background plant in freshwater aquariums.