{"product_id":"tissue-culture-cryptocoryne-parva","title":"Tissue Culture Cryptocoryne parva","description":"\u003cp style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCryptocoryne parva\u003c\/strong\u003e holds the distinction of being the smallest Cryptocoryne species in the world, making it a prized foreground plant for aquascapers who want a natural, low-growing carpet without the demanding requirements of traditional carpeting plants. Native to Sri Lanka, it produces tiny, narrow, bright green leaves that form a charming, grass-like foreground that works beautifully in both small nano tanks and larger Nature Aquarium layouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Foreground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Slow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCO₂:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not required, but speeds growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22–28°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Tissue Culture?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eOur tissue culture plants are grown in sterile laboratory conditions, meaning they arrive:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eFree from pesticides and harmful chemicals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eFree from snails, planarians, and pest algae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eFree from pathogens and parasites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eNo rock wool to remove — just rinse and plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTips for Success\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eCryptocoryne parva is very slow-growing, so patience is essential — it can take several months to establish and begin spreading via runners. Like all Cryptocorynes, it may experience leaf melt after planting, which is completely normal. Plant in a nutrient-rich substrate and leave completely undisturbed. It is one of the few Cryptocorynes that does not significantly change leaf shape or colour based on conditions, making it a reliable and consistent foreground choice for low-tech setups.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AquaPlant Culture","offers":[{"title":"TC Cryptocoryne parva","offer_id":44137093333057,"sku":"TC076","price":15.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/5957\/2545\/files\/parva.png?v=1787733907","url":"https:\/\/www.aquaplantculture.com.au\/products\/tissue-culture-cryptocoryne-parva","provider":"AquaPlant Culture","version":"1.0","type":"link"}