Florida Sunset Cryptoryne

Cryptocoryne ‘Florida Sunset’ is a beautiful and colorful aquatic plant prized for its striking pink, red, orange, and green foliage. This eye-catching Cryptocoryne variety can develop vibrant coloration under suitable aquarium lighting, making it an excellent choice for adding warm tones and contrast to planted aquariums. Grown and sold in a convenient 2” net pot, it is an excellent option for aquascapers looking for an established plant that can be transitioned directly into an aquarium. Like other Cryptocoryne, Florida Sunset may experience some leaf melt after being introduced to a new environment, but healthy new growth will develop once the plant has acclimated. Its moderate growth and relatively easy-care nature make it a great choice for community aquariums, shrimp tanks, and low-tech planted setups.

Scientific Name: Cryptocoryne sp. ‘Florida Sunset’

Family: Araceae

Growth Form: Rosette plant

Growth Rate: Slow to Moderate

Lighting Requirements: Low to Medium

CO₂ Requirement: Not required, but recommended for faster growth and more vibrant coloration

Tank Placement: Foreground to Midground

Temperature Range: 72–82°F (22–28°C)

pH Range: 6.0–7.5

Max Height: 4–8 inches (10–20 cm)

Care Level: Easy to Moderate

Native Region: Cultivar

Why You’ll Love It:

• Stunning pink, red, orange, and green foliage adds vibrant color to planted aquariums.
• Excellent choice for aquascapers looking to add warm tones and contrast.
• Sold in a convenient 2” net pot for easy planting and establishment.
• Hardy once acclimated and well suited to a variety of aquarium conditions.
• Excellent choice for community aquariums, shrimp tanks, and low-tech setups.
• Compact rosette growth makes it a beautiful foreground or midground plant.
• Can develop stronger coloration under appropriate lighting and nutrient-rich conditions.
• A great choice for adding a pop of color without requiring high-tech equipment.