{"product_id":"cryptocoryne-crispatula-var-balansae-tissue-culture-c3404","title":"Cryptocoryne crispatula var balansae Tissue Culture - C3404","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCryptocoryne crispatula var. balansae – Tissue Culture (Tall Background Accent Plant)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd dramatic height and natural flow to your aquascape with \u003cstrong\u003eCryptocoryne balansae\u003c\/strong\u003e, a striking background plant known for its \u003cstrong\u003elong, narrow, textured leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e that create movement and depth. 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