🌿 Jungle Vallisneria – Hardy, Tall Live Aquarium Plant (Vallisneria americana var. gigantea)
🌿 Jungle Vallisneria – Hardy, Tall Live Aquarium Plant (Vallisneria americana var. gigantea)
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Transform your aquarium into a lush underwater jungle with Jungle Vallisneria — one of the easiest and most dramatic background plants you can grow! 🌿✨
Known for its tall, ribbon-like leaves that can reach the surface of your tank, Jungle Val creates a natural, flowing backdrop that fish absolutely love. The gentle sway of its leaves in the water current brings a peaceful, natural movement to your aquascape.
Perfect for beginners and experienced aquascapers alike, Jungle Val is incredibly hardy, tolerating a wide range of lighting, water conditions, and tank sizes. It’s an excellent choice for filling up background spaces and providing shelter for fish, shrimp, and fry.
🌿 Why You’ll Love It
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Creates a lush, natural background 🌱
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Hardy and beginner-friendly
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Provides hiding places and oxygen for fish and shrimp
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Tolerates a wide range of conditions
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Grows tall and adds movement to your aquascape
💧 Care Instructions
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Scientific Name: Vallisneria americana var. gigantea
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Lighting: Low to medium
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Temperature: 68–82°F (20–28°C)
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pH Range: 6.5–8.0
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Placement: Background
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Growth Rate: Fast
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CO₂: Not required
💡 Pro Tip: Jungle Val grows quickly! Trim leaves if they reach the water’s surface, or let them float for a beautiful, wild look.
🐠 Perfect For:
✔️ Beginner aquariums 🌿
✔️ Fish that love cover (like angelfish, tetras, and livebearers)
✔️ Shrimp and fry-friendly setups
✔️ Natural and jungle-style aquascapes
✔️ Low-tech planted tanks
📦 What You’ll Receive
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3-4 Jungle Vallisneria plants (depending on size)
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