Cryptocoryne Parva Aquatic Plant
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Springfield VA 22151
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Live Arrival Guarantee:
Benefit from our extensive experience in shipping live fish. In 2021, our records indicated a mere 0.5% dead-on-arrival (DOA) rate for all live fish orders, compared to the industry standard of 1.5%. These numbers translate to only 5 out of 1000 orders experiencing DOA fish.
At Splashy Fish, customer satisfaction is our priority. That's why we provide a 100% Live Arrival Guarantee on all animals shipped via USPS, UPS, or FedEx. Please note - Splashy Fish reserves the right to void Live Arrival Guarantee protection under the following circumstances:
- The customer has chosen USPS First Class Mail as a shipping method.
- The shipping address is a PO Box address
- The order was refused delivery by the customer.
- If the order is returned to the sender for any reason. For instance, an incorrect shipping address, an undeliverable address, etc.
- The order was held for pick up at USPS, UPS, and FedEx offices for longer than 24 hours after the last update on the tracking number.
- The Live Arrival Guarantee claim does not include all the requirements mentioned below
- The Live Arrival Guarantee claim is made after the claim period mentioned below.
- The animals are not in their original packaging
Live Arrival Guarantee Claim Period:
For Live Fish and other invertebrates: one and a half hours (1.5 hours) after the posted delivery time.
For Snails: 48 hours after the posted delivery time.
Steps to claim Splashy Fish's Live Arrival Guarantee:
- Take a picture of the shipping box and the shipping label.
- For live fish and other invertebrates: Please provide two pictures of each bag (containing the dead fish) upon arrival. Ensure the images display the bag in its original, unopened condition with the original rubber band intact
- For Snails: Position the snail in one corner of the tank. If the snail does not move within 48 hours, please take several pictures of the snail's opening
- Send an email to DOA@splashyfishstore.com with the subject line: DOA and Your Order Number, or message us on social media.
- In the body of the email, include your tracking number.
- The claim must be sent within the claim period mentioned above.
After submitting the required information, please allow us 1-3 business days to determine the cause of the issue. If the claim is valid and approved by our team, you will
- Receive a store credit for future purchases, excluding the shipping cost, of the dead-on-arrival fish
If the Live Arrival Guarantee claim does not meet all listed requirements, Splashy Fish reserves the right to reject it.
Shipping live animals and plants is a complex process, and temperature plays a crucial role in ensuring the safe and secure delivery of your order.
If the highest daytime temperature in your location and the lowest nighttime temperature here in Springfield, Virginia—where our facility is situated—fall below 40°F or exceed 90°F, we will proactively delay your order. This measure is taken to prioritize the well-being of the animals and plants.
For the safety of our living cargo and to protect your investment, we retain the right to suspend shipping as necessary due to extreme weather conditions. Our Splashy Fish team will assess the situation and determine if it is unsuitable to ship, considering the safety of the animals.
To stay informed or address any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to our dedicated Splashy Fish Support team via email at support@splashyfishstore.com.
Once our team prints and packs your order, we'll notify you via email. This notification will include your tracking number and the expected arrival day. If you opt for UPS 2 Day shipping, your package should arrive within 2 days after shipment. Similarly, if you choose UPS 1 Day, your order will reach you the day after it is shipped. In the case of orders containing only plants or dry goods, they may be shipped via USPS, provided that this is the selected shipping option during checkout.
We ship all of the customer orders from our warehouse located in Springfield, VA. We pack and ship our orders depending on the orders with the exception of someday we cannot ship out live fish.
All Orders: will be shipped out from Monday to Thursday each week for overnight shipping by UPS.
Sunday: (Splashy Day) Today is the day we let our hard-working team members and our fish to destress and ready for the following week's shipment.
For more information regarding about shipping please visit us our Shipping Policy and Schedule
Cryptocoryne Parva is a small, slow-growing aquarium plant, perfect for foreground placement in planted tanks. It is one of the few carpeting plants that thrive in low light (10-20 PAR) and does not require CO₂ supplementation. This deep green, grass-like plant spreads by sending out runners, gradually forming a lush, compact carpet. However, due to its slow growth, using multiple pots will help achieve a dense carpet faster.
Why Choose Cryptocoryne Parva?
- Ideal for foreground aquascaping – Compact, grassy appearance
- Thrives in low light – No need for intense lighting
- Slow-growing but easy to care for – Great for low-maintenance tanks
- No CO₂ required – Suitable for non-CO₂-injected aquariums
- Spreads naturally through runners – Creates a lush carpet over time
How to Plant Cryptocoryne Parva?
- Remove the plant from the plastic pot and separate the rock wool.
- Gently clean the roots, removing any debris and yellow fertilizer balls.
- Plant deeply into the substrate, ensuring roots are buried while keeping the crown exposed.
- If the plant floats up, plant it at an angle or use a plant weight to keep it anchored.
- Use root tabs if your substrate lacks nutrients to support strong growth.
How to Care for Cryptocoryne Parva?
- Water Parameters: pH 6.0 – 7.5, Temperature 72-82°F (22-28°C)
- Lighting: Low light (10-20 PAR) – No high-intensity lighting required
- Fertilization: Requires nutrient-rich substrate or Easy Root Tabs
- Placement: Foreground plant for a lush green carpet effect
Cryptocoryne Parva Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Does Cryptocoryne Parva Need Substrate?
Yes, Cryptocoryne Parva requires a substrate to grow, as it is a root-feeding rosette plant. For optimal growth, plant it in a nutrient-rich substrate or use root tabs if your substrate lacks nutrients. Without proper substrate, the plant may struggle to establish itself and grow at its natural pace.
How Do You Care For Cryptocoryne Parva?
Once planted, avoid moving Cryptocoryne parva, as Crypts do not respond well to relocation. Maintaining stable water parameters (pH 6.0-7.5, temperature 72-82°F) and avoiding drastic changes in the aquarium will help the plant thrive and spread naturally.
Does Cryptocoryne Parva Spread?
Yes, Cryptocoryne Parva spreads, but it grows very slowly compared to other Cryptocoryne species. It propagates by sending out runners, which gradually develop into new plantlets. Over time, these plantlets form a dense carpet, but due to its slow growth, using multiple pots can help achieve a fuller foreground faster. Providing nutrient-rich substrate and root tabs will encourage healthier and quicker spread.
