Mini Vallisneria

Mini Vallisneria is dark green with narrow strappy leaves and a popular aquarium plant. Suitable as a mid-ground plant, and background plant in smaller aquariums. The leaves are much narrower than other species of Vallisneria, and not as long. 

Mini Vallisneria produces offshoots readily in the aquarium and will form compact growth in ideal conditions.

Features

• Narrow dark green strappy leaves, small than other Vallisneria species
• Offers contrasting texture and flow in aquariums
  
• Provides cover for shy species of fish
• Undemanding and easy to keep
  
• Readily propagates in the aquarium
  

 

Scientific Name

Vallisneria nana

Difficulty

Easy to keep. Tolerates broad water conditions and produces off shoots readily in the aquarium.

Water Conditions

• Temperature 22 - 28 °C 
• pH: 6.0 - 7.5
• Water Hardness: 50 - 300 ppm

Placement

Midground to background placement in the aquarium. Background placement is best suited for smaller aquariums.

Growth Rate

Moderate growth rate. Mini Vallisneria can be planted in gravel, sand and nutrient rich substrates. They are root feeders and benefit from additional iron.

Lighting

Low to moderate lighting requirements.