Crinum Calamistratum

Description

Crinum calamistratum has narrow, dark green leaves twist and curl like underwater ribbons, creating movement and drama without overwhelming the tank. Native to Africa, this plant grows from a sturdy bulb and adapts well to a range of freshwater setups.

Perfect for larger aquariums or as a striking centerpiece, Crinum calamistratum combines form and function—beautiful, hardy, and resistant to nibbling from most herbivorous fish.


Care and Planting Directions

Plant the bulb partially in substrate—don’t bury it completely. Provide moderate to high light and a nutrient-rich substrate for steady growth. While slow-growing, it benefits from root tabs and optional CO₂. Avoid crowding it with faster plants to let its curly leaves shine.


Specs

Name: Crinum calamistratum
Common Name: Crinum
Difficulty: Medium
Light: Medium to High
CO₂: Not required (Optional for faster growth)
Height: 12–30 inches
Substrate: Required (bulb should be partially buried)
Growth Rate: Slow to Moderate
Propagation: Bulb division
Aquarium Placement: Midground / Background / Centerpiece

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    Elegant bulb plant with long, ruffled green leaves and a slow-growing, sculptural form

    Description

    Crinum calamistratum has narrow, dark green leaves twist and curl like underwater ribbons, creating movement and drama without overwhelming the tank. Native to Africa, this plant grows from a sturdy bulb and adapts well to a range of freshwater setups.

    Perfect for larger aquariums or as a striking centerpiece, Crinum calamistratum combines form and function—beautiful, hardy, and resistant to nibbling from most herbivorous fish.


    Care and Planting Directions

    Plant the bulb partially in substrate—don’t bury it completely. Provide moderate to high light and a nutrient-rich substrate for steady growth. While slow-growing, it benefits from root tabs and optional CO₂. Avoid crowding it with faster plants to let its curly leaves shine.


    Specs

    Name: Crinum calamistratum
    Common Name: Crinum
    Difficulty: Medium
    Light: Medium to High
    CO₂: Not required (Optional for faster growth)
    Height: 12–30 inches
    Substrate: Required (bulb should be partially buried)
    Growth Rate: Slow to Moderate
    Propagation: Bulb division
    Aquarium Placement: Midground / Background / Centerpiece

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