Cryptocoryne wendtii  Cryptocoryne wendtii, the Wendt's water trumpet, is a species of herb which is a popular aquarium plant which is native to Sri Lanka. It was described by Dutch botanist Hendrik de Wit in honour of aquarium hobbyist and writer Albert Wendt. It is native to Sri Lanka and has been introduced into Florida  A very variable species and numerous 'forms' of variable taxonomic status have been discussed, for example "Tropica". Some may be genuine varieties and certainly some seem  The "Mi Oya" form is named after the river it is found in Sri Lanka. An easy plant to grow and one of the most robust "Cryptocoryne" species in the aquarium trade. Very variable under different light and other environmental conditions. It is propagated by runners.