Vallisneria nana
also known as dwarf Vallisneria, is a delightful aquatic plant that adds grace to freshwater aquariums. Let’s dive into the details of this charming plant:
- Common Name: Dwarf Vallisneria
- Scientific Name: Vallisneria nana
- Description:
- Dwarf Vallisneria features thin, grass-like leaves that resemble tall hairgrass.
- Its leaves are dark green and narrower than other Vallisneria varieties, measuring less than 1 cm (0.4 inches) wide.
- The plant grows to a height of 10 to 15 inches (25 to 40 cm).
- Unlike some other Vallisneria species, it takes a bit more time to establish itself in the aquarium.
- Dwarf Vallisneria is suitable for smaller aquariums or as a foreground plant.
- Habitat:
- Vallisneria nana is native to Australia.
- It thrives in freshwater environments.
- Care Requirements:
- Difficulty: Easy
- Optimal Lighting: Medium
- Optimal pH: 6.5 – 8.0
- Optimal GH: 4 – 18
- Optimal Temperature: 20 – 28 °C (68 – 82 °F)
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- Growth Rate: Moderate to fast
- Placement in Tank: Suitable for foreground or smaller aquariums
- Size: 10 to 15 inches (25 to 40 cm)
- Fertilizers: Not needed to low
- CO2: Not needed to low
- Background Information:
- Vallisneria is a genus of aquatic plants within the family Hydrocharitaceae.
- It has a cosmopolitan distribution, with diverse species found in North America, South America, Africa, Eurasia, and Australia.
- Vallisneria species are hydrophytes, meaning they live submerged in water bodies.
- Their leaves rise to the surface, forming dense green tangles suitable for breeding purposes.
- Dwarf Vallisneria is a relatively new addition to the aquarium hobby, originating from Central/South America
| Type: | Stolon |
| Origin: | NA, SA, Africa, Eurasia, Australia |
| Growth Rate: |
High |
| Height: | 25-40cm |
| Light Demand: |
Medium |
| CO2: | Low |
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