{"product_id":"cryptocoryne-retrospiralis","title":"Cryptocoryne Retrospiralis","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\"\u003e \u003cmeta name=\"keywords\" content=\"Cryptocoryne Retrospiralis, Crypt Retrospiralis, freshwater aquarium plant, beginner-friendly aquatic plant, background plants, aquascaping, Neocaridina shrimp, Caridina shrimp, betta tank plants\"\u003e \u003cmeta name=\"author\" content=\"Tropicflow\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003carticle\u003e\u003cheader\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e🌿 Cryptocoryne Retrospiralis - Spiraling Freshwater Aquarium Plant\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd a dynamic and elegant look to your aquarium with \u003cstrong\u003eCryptocoryne Retrospiralis\u003c\/strong\u003e. This beautiful plant features long, narrow, spiraling leaves that create movement and texture in any aquascape. Its hardy nature and easy care make it a great choice for beginners and experienced aquarists alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/header\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCryptocoryne Retrospiralis Quick Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e🌍 Origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e📏 Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 - 20 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e💡 Lighting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow to moderate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e🌡️ Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e72°F - 82°F (22°C - 28°C)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e💧 pH Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.0 - 7.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e🎨 Color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGreen to reddish-brown, narrow spiraling leaves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e🪴 Position in Tank\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBackground\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e🌟 Difficulty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBeginner-friendly (easy to moderate)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e🐟 Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBetta fish, Neocaridina\/Caridina shrimp, snails, community fish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Cryptocoryne Retrospiralis?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔️ Tall, spiraling leaves – Adds height and a flowing aesthetic to aquascapes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔️ Low-light tolerant – Thrives in low to moderate lighting conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔️ Hardy and easy to care for – Perfect for beginners and low-tech tanks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔️ Provides natural cover – Great for fish and shrimp seeking shelter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔️ Improves water quality – Helps absorb excess nutrients and stabilizes tank conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Care for Cryptocoryne Retrospiralis\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grows well in low to moderate lighting, making it ideal for low-tech setups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Works best as a background plant due to its tall, flowing leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers nutrient-rich substrate; root tabs help boost growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Occasional root fertilization supports healthy leaf development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trim older or melting leaves to encourage fresh growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePropagation Steps\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWait for Runners:\u003c\/strong\u003e The plant naturally produces side shoots or runners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeparate the Baby Plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Once plantlets develop roots, gently detach them from the main plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReplant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Place the new plantlets into the substrate and allow them to establish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e","brand":"Tropicflow's Aquatic Plants","offers":[{"title":"Pack of 1","offer_id":49925314740522,"sku":null,"price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Pack of 3 (Save 10%)","offer_id":49925314773290,"sku":null,"price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Pack of 5 (Save 15%)","offer_id":49925314806058,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0667\/6237\/5466\/files\/Cryptocoryne-Retrospiralis-Aquatic-Plant.jpg?v=1762286609","url":"https:\/\/www.tropicflow.com\/products\/cryptocoryne-retrospiralis","provider":"Tropicflow","version":"1.0","type":"link"}