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Cryptocoryne beckettii max. growth height 10 - 20 cm Country of origin Sri Lanka Suitability NanoCube, community aquarium and aquascaping Type Rosette plant Family Araceae Genus Cryptocoryne Propagation Stolons Growth rate medium pH 6 - 8 Water hardness 10 - 20 °dh Notes  Easy to care for and undemanding. Sri Lanka is home to many species of calyx, including Cryptocoryne beckettii. It has also been successfully cultivated in aquaria for decades. In its natural habitat, it can be found in shady spots on the banks of streams and rivers, where it grows amphibiously above and below the water. The colouring of its submerged leaves varies from green to brown tones. Different leaf colours in one and the same species are typical of the genus Cryptocoryne.

Live food mud tube worms (Tubifex tubifex) Live food mud tube worms (Tubifex tubifex) is a protein-rich food for all ornamental fish This live food is highly valued by catfish and is eaten with pleasure. However, it should be fed in moderation so that "uneaten" Tubifex do not become embedded in the aquarium floor. Optimum storage temperature: 5-8 °C Shelf life up to 2 weeks Live food is the most natural way of feeding ornamental fish. No other food is as complete. With all essential vitamins, minerals and nutrients Stimulates the hunting instinct promotes vitality.Even with the greatest care, it can happen that food animals die due to temperature fluctuations or unpredictable events. We accept no liability for this.

Hygrophila sp. Tiger Hygrophila sp. Tiger is a decorative plant with narrow, red colored leaves. It grows rather tall, making it suitable for the second or third level of an aquarium.Difficulty of growing: easyLight requirement: mediumCO₂ requirement: moderateHeight of mature plant: up to 40 cmGrowth rate: FastTemperature: 20-30°CPlacement in aquarium: third and second levelsOrigin: Asia6 cm cup diameterHygrophila sp. 'Tiger' is a decorative aquatic plant that belongs to the Acanthaceae or acanthus family. The species gets its name from the interesting markings on the leaves, which can be reddish brown or brownish green depending on the light intensity in the aquarium. A pronounced marbled pattern can be seen on the upper surface of the leaves. The exact origin of the plant is not entirely clear, it is a variety that is relatively new to aquaristics and probably originated in Asia. The habit of this plant is very similar to Hygrophila polysperma, both also show similar requirements and grow about the same size. Hygrophila sp. Tiger is an easy to care for plant, so it is recommended for beginners in aquaristics.It is a narrow-leaved, tall-growing stem plant that tolerates a very wide range of aquarium conditions.It has no special requirements for pH or water hardness. It tolerates a temperature of 20 to 30 °C.With good light conditions and an adequate supply of macro and micro elements, you can be sure that this plant will color impressively. It will look spectacular and provide a red background for the other species in the tank. If conditions are favorable for the plant, it will maintain a compact growth and take on the appearance of an underwater minibush. In order for Hygrophila to continue to spread, it can be pruned regularly.Planting: The plant must be removed from the cup and thoroughly rinsed from the gel under running water. This is best done by placing the plant in a container of lukewarm water. Most of the gel will then fall off by itself. Divide the contents of the cup into 1-2 cm lumps and then place them at a small distance on the selected items.