American eelgrass
Vallisneria americana
PlantFreshwater
Vallisneria americana is a robust aquatic plant forming clumps of linear leaves up to 1 meter long. It spreads quickly via stolons. Tolerates a wide range of parameters and is ideal for beginners. In aquariums, it prefers a rich substrate and moderate lighting. It can flower at the surface with small white flowers.
Recommended parameters
| Parameter | Recommended range |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 20–28 |
| pH | 6.5–8 |
| GH | 5–12 |
| KH | 3–8 |
| NO₃ | ≤ 30 |
| PO₄ | ≤ 1.5 |
Care
Difficulty2/5
Dietphotosynthetic
Min. tank40 L
Min. group1
Adult size100 cm
Lifespan4 ans
Temperamentpeaceful
Care notes
Temperature 20-28°C, pH 6.5-8, GH 5-12. Nutrient-rich substrate recommended. Moderate lighting (0.3-0.5 W/L). Tolerates hard water. Remove old leaves. Propagation via stolons, divide clumps.