Cryptocoryne Balansae - Live Aquarium Plants Tropical Aquascaping Aquatic Nano Lincolnshire Pond Plants
Cryptocoryne Balansae - Live Aquarium Plants Tropical Aquascaping Aquatic Nano Lincolnshire Pond Plants
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Key Points
What you will receive:
Cryptocoryne balansae, commonly known as Balansae or Red Long Leaf Crypt, is a popular aquatic plant in the aquarium hobby. Here are its key characteristics:
- Size and Form : Cryptocoryne balansae is a relatively tall plant that can grow up to 30-50 centimeters (12-20 inches) in height. It features long, slender leaves with a distinct reddish-brown coloration.
- Leaves : The leaves are lance-shaped with slightly undulated edges. They have a dark green to reddish-brown coloration, depending on lighting and nutrient levels.
- Growth Pattern : It forms a rosette-like cluster of leaves that can spread outwards. It's well-suited for placement in the midground or background of an aquarium.
- Lighting : While it can tolerate lower light conditions, Cryptocoryne balansae benefits from moderate to high lighting. Higher light levels encourage more intense coloration.
- CO2 and Nutrients : It can grow well in aquariums without CO2 injection, but providing a balanced nutrient substrate or adding liquid fertilizers can promote healthy growth.
- Tank Conditions : It thrives in slightly acidic to neutral water conditions with a pH range of 6.5-7.5. The temperature should be kept between 22-28°C (72-82°F).
- Placement : It's commonly used as a background plant due to its height and bushy growth pattern. It provides good coverage for fish and can serve as a natural hiding spot.
- Maintenance : Cryptocoryne balansae is a relatively low-maintenance plant. Regular pruning of damaged or overgrown leaves can help maintain its aesthetic appeal.
- Compatibility : It is compatible with a wide range of fish and invertebrates. The dense growth of Cryptocoryne balansae provides shelter and breeding sites for small fish and invertebrates.
- Propagation : It can be propagated by dividing the healthy rhizome and replanting the individual portions in the substrate.
Important
Plants are incubated in a solution of 0.01% of the insecticide Buprafezin for one hour (Please do not just drop these in a shrimp tank or with any other crustacean. To use these within a tank please wash in water with baking soda under light. These are treated to remove the insecticide but there are cases where this has not been fully removed causing casualty's in crustacean. (Any issues please contact us we will sort ASAP)
At Lincs Plants, we strive to provide fast and reliable shipping to ensure your plants arrive in perfect condition. We offer 1-3 day shipping through a variety of dispatch methods to suit your needs. Here’s an overview of our shipping process:
Processing Time:
Orders are processed within 1 - 3 business day after payment confirmation. Orders placed on weekends or public holidays will be processed the next business day.
Shipping Methods:
- Standard Shipping (1-3 days): Our standard shipping option ensures delivery within 1-3 days via trusted couriers.
- Express Shipping (1-2 days): For quicker delivery, choose express shipping at checkout, ensuring your plants arrive within 1-2 days.
Dispatch Methods:
We use various reliable carriers depending on your location and the nature of the plants ordered. We ensure that all plants are packed securely to maintain freshness during transit.
Shipping Costs:
Shipping costs are calculated based on the size, weight, and destination of your order and will be displayed at checkout.
Delivery Times:
Delivery times may vary depending on your location. Please allow 1-3 business days from the dispatch date for delivery.
Plant Care Upon Arrival:
We take great care to ensure your plants arrive in excellent condition. Upon receipt, please unpack them immediately and follow our care instructions.
Should you have any questions or concerns about your shipment, feel free to contact us. We're here to help ensure you receive the best quality plants right at your doorstep!
Recycled Growing Media
At Lincs Plants, we’re proud to use a recycled, peat free growing mix that’s made right here in Lincolnshire. It’s made from coir with around 20% silt loam added in.
The coir keeps the mix light and free draining, while the silt loam adds structure and helps hold moisture and nutrients. By recycling used media and using locally sourced materials, we cut down on waste and reduce the need for imported peat based composts.
This home grown mix is part of our commitment to sustainable growing and supporting local production wherever possible.
At Lincs Plants, we operate from two main locations. When you place an order, we prepare and pack plants across both sites depending on what you’ve ordered.
Site 1 – Packing and Distribution
This site holds:
Oxygenating bunches
Loose lilies
Aquarium plants
Snails
Pots
Pond packs
Site 2 – Growing Site
This site holds:
Potted lilies
Potted plants
Plugs
Floating plants
Tropical plants
Fruit trees
We start processing orders each morning at 8am.
Orders that include items from Site 2 are dispatched the following day.
Orders that only include items from Site 1 are usually dispatched the same day.
During our peak periods, we can process up to 3,000 orders a day across multiple departments. Each department either supports a main packing team or packs orders directly.
We have five collections a day, so orders can leave throughout the day as soon as they’re ready.
During busy times, if we experience any delays, we’ll post updates on our social media and website to give everyone a heads up. This helps keep customers informed if there’s likely to be a delay of a few days.
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