Cryptocoryne walkeri

Quick Facts

Species Type : Cryptocoryne Species

Scientific Name : Cryptocoryne walkeri

Local name : Athiudayan

Distribution : Only Sri Lanka

Identification Features

  •  Limb of Spathe – Female flowers are (lower part) rounded. That is not present in all plants. Windows are present inside the wall. Limb is distinct yellow & lacks a pronounced collar. Limb is somewhat folded back at the edges & has a distinct twisted in the upper part of the limb. Has a wide collar zone. Brownish limb of spathe & reddish inside.
  •  Leaf – Leaves are dark bronze-green with a purple lower side.
  •  Other – Easy to cultivate

IUCN Red List Status