Corkscrew Vallisneria has long, spiralling ribbon leaves that sway gently with the current. It is a hardy, fast-growing background plant that suits both beginner and community aquariums.
Supplied as a bunch of plants.
Plant Type: Rosette plant
Placement: Background
Lighting: Low to high
CO₂: Not required
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast
Temperature: 18–28°C
pH: 6.5–8.0
Difficulty: Easy
Separate the plants and push the roots into the substrate, keeping the crown (where the leaves meet the roots) above the surface.
Vallisneria spreads by runners and will fill a background quickly. Remove runners to keep it in check, or replant them elsewhere.
