Cryptocoryne Balansae

Cryptocoryne Balansae Scientific Name: Cryptocoryne Balansae Common Name: Crypt Balansae, Balansae Plant Cryptocoryne balansae is a unique grass like aquatic plant known for its tall, ruffled leaves that can help recreate a natural stream bed, making it an exceptional choice for blackwater, biotope, and botanical method aquariums. Originating from the slow-moving rivers and streams of Southeast Asia, particularly Thailand, this plant thrives in tropical conditions with stable parameters, making it ideal for ecosystems that emphasize natural processes. Stable parameters are imperative to help prevent Crypt melt - a phenomenon that occurs when a sudden shift in water parameters cause the plant to melt all of its leaves.  Caring for Cryptocoryne Balansae in Blackwater Environments Care: Easy Light: Medium CO2: Not Needed Propagation: Runners that appear randomly throughout the substrate Tint Tolerance: Low to High, keep in mind that the higher the levels of tannins the slower growth you w