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Long tape-like leaves swaying in current create beautiful background. Spreads explosively by runners. Extremely hardy.
Vallisneria is a genus of submerged perennial aquatic plants in the family Hydrocharitaceae, widely distributed across tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, Australia, Europe, and North America. Its long, strap-like to spirally twisted leaves sway elegantly in water currents, imparting natural movement to background plantings. The genus propagates vigorously via runners, requiring minimal maintenance once established. Exceptional hardiness — tolerating a broad pH range of 6–8, low light, and no CO2 supplementation — makes it suitable for goldfish tanks and large-fish aquaria where more delicate plants would fail. One of the oldest cultivated aquarium plants, Vallisneria has remained a staple of the hobby since its earliest days.
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Origen
Tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, Australia, Europe, and North America
Tamaño
20-60cm+
Temperatura
18〜28℃
Low to medium light sufficient
Not required
Rapidly spreads by runners
Ideal for background. Grows to cover surface
Watch for overgrowth — thin regularly
Beginner. Esta es una especie amigable para principiantes. No requiere equipo especial ni experiencia, y puede mantenerse con éxito con una configuración de cuidado básica.
La temperatura ideal para Vallisneria es 18〜28℃. Evita cambios bruscos de temperatura y mantén un ambiente estable.
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Vallisneria típicamente alcanza 20-60cm+ como adulto. El tamaño puede variar según las condiciones de cuidado y la genética individual.
El precio de Vallisneria varía significativamente según el morfo, tamaño y linaje. Consulta nuestra página de precios de mercado para información actualizada.