Cryptocoryne wendtii
A variable, robust Cryptocoryne species popular in the aquarium trade.
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Cryptocoryne wendtii, commonly called Wendt's water trumpet, is a herbaceous plant from Sri Lanka that is widely kept in aquariums. Dutch botanist Hendrik de Wit named the species after Albert Wendt, an aquarium enthusiast and writer.
This plant is native to Sri Lanka but has also been introduced to Florida.
The species is highly variable, and many different forms—with varying taxonomic standing—have been described, such as the "Tropica" form. The "Mi Oya" form takes its name from the river in Sri Lanka where it is found.
Easy to grow and among the hardiest Cryptocoryne species, it is common and readily available in the aquarium trade. Its appearance changes depending on light and other environmental conditions. It spreads by sending out runners.
Scientific classification
- CladeTracheophytes
- CladeAngiosperms
- CladeMonocots
- OrderAlismatales
- FamilyAraceae
- GenusCryptocoryne
- SpeciesCryptocoryne wendtii
Named by de Wit
Close relatives
Other species of Cryptocoryne with a Codexery entry.
- Cryptocoryne affinis Cryptocoryne affinis
- Cryptocoryne beckettii Cryptocoryne beckettii
- Cryptocoryne undulata Cryptocoryne undulata
- Cryptocoryne × willisii Cryptocoryne × willisii
Sources: Wikipedia taxobox: Cryptocoryne wendtii (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Conservation status
Near Threatened (NT)
- LC
- NT▲ this species
- VU
- EN
- CR
- EW
- EX
Source: IUCN Red List assessment · GBIF copy of the Red List category
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Sources
Compiled from Wikipedia and the sources listed below. Text from Wikipedia is available under CC BY-SA 4.0; this entry is adapted from it.
- Wikipedia: Cryptocoryne wendtii (CC BY-SA 4.0).
- Conservation status: IUCN Red List assessment.
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