Cryptocoryne wendtii "green" is an extremely versatile plant. The leaves vary much according to morphology and colour, and the colour ranges from light-green to red-brown depending on water and light conditions. The same individual grown under different environmental conditions changes so much that it is hardly recognized as the same species.

It is beyond any doubt the easiest plant in the aquarium, and in contrast to common belief it thrives well in calcareous water. Though Cryptocoryne wendtii "green" benefits from a rich substrate, excessive iron can cause crop failures and lavish CO2 addition can also cause "Crypt Melting". We recommend to remove older leaves before planting as they don"t contribute to the overall energy supply to the plant anymore and simply removing them ensure a better performance of the plant in the new environment.

Cryptocoryne wendtii is very variable species. Not only there occur many different types, they too change their habit due to environmental conditions. Until there is a good documentation of their localities, it makes hardly sense to describe var"s. And when you might do, what to say about fifteen var"s? Some nurseries use a cultivar name like the "Mi Oya", which is named after the locality.