Cryptocoryne Parva Mini is the smallest known species in the Cryptocoryne genus—an ultra-compact, slow-growing aquatic plant ideal for the foreground of planted aquariums. Even smaller than the well-known Cryptocoryne Parva, this miniature variant offers unparalleled scale and texture for nano tanks, detailed aquascapes, and low-profile layouts. Its resilience, aesthetic charm, and easy-care nature make it perfect for beginners, hobbyists, and aquascaping professionals alike.

Key Features & Benefits

• Smallest Cryptocoryne Available: Even tinier than Cryptocoryne Parva, making it ideal for nano and shallow tanks

• Compact Foreground Coverage: Perfect for creating dense, carpet-like growth in small to medium planted aquariums

• Low Light Tolerant: Thrives in low to medium light setups, making it ideal for low-tech and high-tech aquariums alike

• Slow Growing: Requires minimal trimming and maintenance—ideal for busy aquarists

• Easy Propagation: Propagates through runner systems; new plantlets form along the substrate over time

• Hardscape Friendly: Pairs well with rocks, wood, and other Crypts in Iwagumi and nature-style aquascapes

Why Choose Cryptocoryne Parva Mini?

Aquarists looking to create detailed aquascapes in nano or shallow tanks often face the challenge of finding truly small foreground plants that remain compact without frequent maintenance. Cryptocoryne Parva Mini offers the ultimate solution—it’s currently the tiniest Cryptocoryne species, perfect for subtle, naturalistic carpeting without overwhelming the layout. It grows slowly, requires minimal care, and tolerates a wide range of aquarium conditions. This makes it a highly desirable choice for both beginners who want an easy-to-manage carpet and experts crafting intricate foreground layouts.

Whether you're designing a minimalist scape or a densely planted biotope, Cryptocoryne Parva Mini delivers delicate beauty and long-term reliability.

 WHAT WE GUARANTEE

24 Hours Live Arrival Guarantee* - In a rare case of live stocks dead on arrival, we must be notified within 24 hours by the same day of delivery. Please take clear photos of the damaged product and send it to us within 24 hours.  Live Arrival Guarantee will be void after 24 hours of delivery. All replacements are considered final and we will not replace the replacement.

1. Picture requirements: Take at least 2 clear photos of damaged product in their original, unopened & sealed transparent packing and send photos and orders information to our email within 24 hours: aquariumplantsfactory@gmail.com 
2. Please do not take picture of damaged plants, or animals in your aquarium. Once they have been introduced to your aquarium's ecosystem. It is no longer covered by our guarantee.

Please be aware that our Live Arrival Guarantee is subject to certain conditions. Specifically, the guarantee will not be applicable in cases where the package is marked as 'invalid address', 'undeliverable' or is 'returned to sender.' This includes situations such as a vacant delivery address, a missing apartment number, or any other issues that prevent the postal service from delivering your package.

It is crucial to provide accurate and complete shipping information to ensure the successful delivery of your order and the applicability of the Live Arrival Guarantee.

Please keep in mind that Live Arrival Guarantee only guarantees that live stocks will be alive upon arrival. We cannot guarantee that you will continue to have success with them. Many factors, including the aquarium environment, water quality, nutrient, temperature, lighting, filter, and CO2 system, can contribute to the failure to grow live plants and live animals.

WHAT WE CAN'T GUARANTEE

Even though our plants are very clean, but we can't guarantee they will be 100% pest-free because we cannot be responsible for your aquarium. Please use it at your own risk. We recommended all customers rinse the plants with clean water and quarantine them before use.

However, plants in tissue culture will be 100% free from pests, algae and never have been contacting with any aquarium.

1. Due to the nature of the product. We don't guarantee our plants will be pests free. ( snails, algae, hitchhikers )
2. We don't guarantee our plants will be free of pesticides. We use homemade, organic pesticides in our greenhouse to control pests. We do not use pesticides that contain copper. Copper is toxic to invertebrates such as aquatic snails, crabs, shrimps, etc
3. We don't guarantee your aquarium success or are responsible for your aquarium inhabitant including but not limited to fish, shrimp, snail, turtle, etc. So please quarantine all plants when use!
4. Unless specific, we don't guarantee aquatic plants will be grow emerged or submerge.

Please review your state's regulations on restricted plants, as we are committed to not shipping plants that are restricted in your area. Do not release any plants into the wild or waterways, as this can harm local ecosystems by introducing invasive species.

Your cooperation in protecting the environment is appreciated. For continuously updated information, refer to the USDA State Noxious Weed list here.

Thank you for your responsible commitment to environmental preservation.