Cryptocoryne 'Green Gecko' Tissue Culture (Aquascaping Essentials)
Cryptocoryne 'Green Gecko' Tissue Culture (Aquascaping Essentials) is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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- Urban Areas: 1-3 business days
- Rural Areas: 2-5 business days
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- Exclusions: Bulky items such as aquariums are excluded from the free shipping offer.
About Tissue Culture Plants
About Tissue Culture Plants
What’s the Deal with Tissue Culture Plants?
Tiny plants. Big benefits. Zero unwanted surprises.
Grown in a Lab (On Purpose)
These aren’t your average aquarium plants.
Tissue culture plants are grown in pristine lab conditions — no pests, no snails, no algae. Just vibrant, healthy growth suspended in a sealed pot of nutrient gel that looks like dessert (but please, don’t).
Why They’re a Big Deal
- 100% algae-free — start clean, stay clean
- No snails — unless you’re into surprise hitchhikers
- Pesticide-free — safe for shrimp, snails, and sensitive fish
- Incredible value — you get heaps of plant once it’s split and planted
- Long shelf life — lasts weeks sealed in its cup (great for planning your scape)
- Small in size, big on payoff
How to Use (Don’t Just Chuck It In)
Peel the lid — it’ll feel oddly satisfying
- Rinse off the gel (do not plant the goo)
- Divide into small chunks — trust us, there’s more than it looks
- Plant using tweezers, spaced evenly across the substrate
- Watch it take off like it’s been waiting its whole life to grow in your tank
Pro tip: One pot can cover a surprising amount of space — plant wisely and it’ll spread quickly.
Cryptocoryne 'Green Gecko' Tissue Culture (Aquascaping Esse...
Lab Grown, Algae Free, Snail Free.
Grown in sterile conditions with no snails, algae, or hitchhikers — the cleanest start for any freshwater tank.
Great Value in Every Cup
Each tissue culture cup contains multiple portions — simply rinse, divide, and plant. One pot can cover more ground than you'd expect!
Cryptocoryne 'Green Gecko' is a striking rosette plant known for its vibrant and unusual colouration, ranging from bright green to warm bronze with distinctive variegation. A cultivated variant of the well-known Cryptocoryne wendtii, 'Green Gecko' adds a unique splash of colour and texture to any aquascape, making it a standout choice for both natural-style and contrast-heavy layouts.
This tissue culture version is grown in sterile lab conditions, free from algae, snails, and other unwanted pests—ideal for aquarists seeking a clean and safe plant introduction. Its compact, bushy growth habit makes it particularly well-suited for midground placement, or even in the foreground of larger tanks.
Cryptocoryne 'Green Gecko' is hardy and easy to care for. It adapts well to a wide range of conditions and grows slowly but steadily under low to medium lighting. Like other Crypts, it may experience brief melting during initial planting, but it recovers quickly and rewards patience with strong, vibrant foliage.
Key Features
- Striking green to bronze colouration with natural variegation
- Compact rosette form ideal for midground or foreground placement
- Tissue cultured for a pest-free, algae-free start
- Low maintenance and tolerant of varied water conditions
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Safe for shrimp and sensitive livestock
Care Instructions
- Lighting: Low to medium lighting is sufficient. Higher light may result in more compact growth.
- CO₂: Not required but beneficial for faster growth and vibrant colouration.
- Fertiliser: Use root tabs or a nutrient-rich substrate for best results.
- Water Parameters: pH 6.0–7.5, temperature 22–28°C.
- Growth Habit: Like many Crypts, initial melt may occur but it will regrow and settle well over time.
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Trimming: Minimal—can be left to grow naturally or pruned for shape.
How to Plant Tissue Culture:
- Remove plant from cup and rinse off the nutrient gel under clean water.
- Use aquascaping scissors or tweezers to divide the plant into small clumps.
- Plant directly into aquarium substrate using tweezers.
Difficulty: Beginner
Lighting Demand: Low
CO₂: Low
Growth Rate: Slow
NZ Rarity: New
Colour: Green Bronze
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