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Cryptocoryne balansae
Cryptocoryne balansae
Care profile for Cryptocoryne balansae: medium light, low CO₂, intermediate difficulty.
Care Parameters
Light
Medium
CO₂
Low
Growth
Medium
Difficulty
Intermediate
Placement
Background
Temperature
22–28°C
pH
6–7.5
Propagation
Runners; long crinkled leaves up to 50 cm.
Suitable Equipment
4
Common Problems
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Staghorn Algae
Grey-green branching tufts shaped like antlers on plant tips and filter outlets.
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Plant Leaves Melting
Leaves turn transparent, mushy and fall apart shortly after planting.
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Black Beard Algae (BBA)
A stubborn, dark algae that grows in tufts on plants, decorations, and equipment. Often indicates fluctuating CO₂ levels. Removed by spot-treating with hydrogen peroxide.
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