Cryptocoryne Albida Costata Tissue Culture (Aquascaping Essentials)

Cryptocoryne Albida ‘Costata’ is a unique and visually appealing aquatic plant, distinguished by its narrow, lance-shaped leaves with subtle ribbed textures and varying shades of green to brownish-red. This hardy Cryptocoryne species is perfect for mid-ground placement, where its delicate, elongated foliage adds height and movement to any aquascape while maintaining a natural, subdued elegance.

Cryptocoryne Albida ‘Costata’ thrives under low to moderate light conditions, making it ideal for low-tech aquariums. Its adaptability to a wide range of water parameters makes it a favorite among aquascapers of all experience levels. Although it grows slowly, once established, it develops into beautiful, dense clusters that spread naturally via runners, filling in spaces with minimal maintenance.

At Aquascaping Essentials, our tissue culture plants are densely packed and sealed for freshness, ensuring you receive an abundance of healthy plants that are pest, snail, algae, and disease-free. This guarantees exceptional value for money while providing a clean, healthy start for your aquascape.

Cryptocoryne Albida ‘Costata’ does not require CO2 injection but benefits from nutrient-rich substrates and occasional root tabs to encourage healthier, more vibrant growth. Its textured leaves and unique coloration make it a versatile plant for natural, biotope, or jungle-style aquariums, adding subtle contrast alongside broader-leaved species or carpeting plants.

With its easy care, resilience, and natural beauty, Cryptocoryne Albida ‘Costata’ is a must-have for aquascapers looking to add texture, height, and color to their tanks without high maintenance requirements.

Key Features

• Unique, Ribbed Leaves – Narrow, lance-shaped leaves with a textured surface in shades of green to brownish-red.
• Densely Packed Cups – Tissue culture plants are pest, snail, algae, and disease-free, offering exceptional value.
• Low Maintenance – Thrives in low to moderate light without the need for CO2 injection.
• Slow Growing – Forms dense clusters that spread naturally over time.
• Versatile Placement – Perfect for mid-ground placement or filling empty spaces.
• Adaptable – Tolerates a wide range of water parameters, making it ideal for low-tech aquariums.

Care Instructions

• Light Requirements: Low to moderate light; stable lighting encourages healthier growth.
• CO2: Not required but enhances growth and coloration in high-tech setups.
• Nutrients: Benefits from nutrient-rich substrate and root tabs for optimal growth.
• Placement: Mid-ground; space plants to allow natural spreading via runners.
• Water Parameters:
  • Temperature: 22°C – 28°C
  • pH: 6.0 – 7.5
  • Hardness: Soft to moderately hard water
• Growth Rate: Slow-growing; minimal trimming required.
• Compatibility: Safe for shrimp tanks, community aquariums, and biotope layouts.