{"id":28297,"date":"2025-01-30T10:26:01","date_gmt":"2025-01-29T23:26:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.greenaquarium.com.au\/?post_type=product&p=28297"},"modified":"2025-11-23T20:04:01","modified_gmt":"2025-11-23T09:04:01","slug":"flamingo-crypt","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.greenaquarium.com.au\/?product=flamingo-crypt","title":{"rendered":"Flamingo Crypt"},"content":{"rendered":"

Overview<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Flamingo Crypt is a stunning and rare aquarium plant known for its vibrant pink and green leaves, which add a unique pop of colour to any aquascape. This Cryptocoryne variety is highly sought after for its eye-catching appearance and relatively easy care requirements. It is an excellent choice for midground or foreground placement and thrives in a variety of aquarium conditions.<\/p>\n

\n

Key Features<\/strong><\/h3>\n
    \n
  • Scientific Name<\/strong>:\u00a0Cryptocoryne sp. ‘Flamingo’<\/em><\/li>\n
  • Difficulty Level<\/strong>: Easy to Moderate<\/li>\n
  • Light Requirements<\/strong>: Low to Moderate<\/li>\n
  • Growth Rate<\/strong>: Slow<\/li>\n
  • Placement<\/strong>: Midground or Foreground<\/li>\n
  • CO2 Requirement<\/strong>: Not Required (but can benefit from supplementation)<\/li>\n
  • Propagation<\/strong>: Rhizome Division<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
    \n

    Care Instructions<\/strong><\/h3>\n
      \n
    • Lighting<\/strong>: Flamingo Crypt thrives in low to moderate light. High light is not necessary and may encourage algae growth.<\/li>\n
    • Water Parameters<\/strong>: Prefers a temperature range of\u00a022-28\u00b0C (72-82\u00b0F)<\/strong>\u00a0and a pH of\u00a06.0-7.5<\/strong>. It can adapt to a wide range of water hardness levels.<\/li>\n
    • Substrate<\/strong>: A nutrient-rich substrate is recommended to support healthy root growth and vibrant leaf colouration.<\/li>\n
    • Fertilisation<\/strong>: Regular dosing of liquid fertilisers or root tabs will promote optimal growth and maintain the plant\u2019s vibrant pink hues.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
      \n

      Why Choose Flamingo Crypt?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
        \n
      1. Stunning Colours<\/strong>: Its vibrant pink and green leaves create a striking focal point in any aquarium.<\/li>\n
      2. Low to Moderate Light Requirements<\/strong>: Thrives in low-tech setups, making it accessible for beginners.<\/li>\n
      3. Compact Size<\/strong>: Ideal for midground or foreground placement, adding depth and texture to your aquascape.<\/li>\n
      4. Shrimp and Fish Safe<\/strong>: Provides excellent cover and is safe for shrimp and small fish.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
        \n

        Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)<\/strong><\/h3>\n

        Q: Does Flamingo Crypt require CO2 injection?<\/strong>
        \nA: No, CO2 is not required, but it can enhance growth and leaf colouration if added.<\/p>\n

        Q: Can Flamingo Crypt grow in low light?<\/strong>
        \nA: Yes, it thrives in low to moderate light. High light is not necessary and may cause algae issues.<\/p>\n

        Q: Is Flamingo Crypt safe for shrimp?<\/strong>
        \nA: Absolutely! It is shrimp-safe and provides excellent cover for them.<\/p>\n

        Q: How do you propagate Flamingo Crypt?<\/strong>
        \nA: Propagation is done through rhizome division. Simply separate a portion of the rhizome and replant it in the substrate.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

        Buy Flamingo Crypt (Cryptocoryne sp. 'Flamingo') for your aquarium. Known for its vibrant pink and green leaves, this rare plant is perfect for adding colour and texture to your aquascape. Shop now!<\/span><\/span><\/pre>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":28298,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[129,127,128],"product_tag":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-28297","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-growers-choice","7":"product_cat-plants","8":"product_cat-starter-plants","10":"first","11":"outofstock","12":"shipping-taxable","13":"purchasable","14":"product-type-simple"},"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.greenaquarium.com.au\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/product\/28297","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.greenaquarium.com.au\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.greenaquarium.com.au\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.greenaquarium.com.au\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=28297"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.greenaquarium.com.au\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/product\/28297\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.greenaquarium.com.au\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/28298"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.greenaquarium.com.au\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=28297"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.greenaquarium.com.au\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fproduct_brand&post=28297"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.greenaquarium.com.au\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fproduct_cat&post=28297"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.greenaquarium.com.au\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fproduct_tag&post=28297"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}