Aquarium plant

Vallisneria asiatica var. biwaensis

Midground, BackgroundRosette plant

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Plant overview

Vallisneria asiatica var. biwaensis is a rosette plant for midground and background planting. Recorded care includes easy care and medium light and recommended CO₂.

Water parameters include temperature 22–28 °C, pH 6–8, KH 2–21 °dKH, CO₂ 1–4 mg/L.

Planting & care

  • PlacementMidground, Background
  • GrowthRosette plant
  • LightMedium
  • CO2Recommended
  • Height2–4 cm

Water conditions

Temperature
22–28 °C
pH
6–8
Carbonate hardness
2–21 °dKH
CO₂ (mg/L)
1–4 mg/L

Nutrients

Nitrate (NO₃)
10–50 mg/L
Phosphate (PO₄)
0.1–3 mg/L
Potassium (K)
5–30 mg/L
Iron (Fe)
0.05–0.2 mg/L

Growth & placement

Growth rate
Fast
Propagation
Runners

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Hydrocharitaceae
Genus
Vallisneria

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FAQ

Where should Vallisneria asiatica var. biwaensis be planted?

Use it for midground and background planting.

What light does Vallisneria asiatica var. biwaensis need?

Light requirement: medium.

What temperature suits Vallisneria asiatica var. biwaensis?

Temperature: 22–28 °C.

How tall does Vallisneria asiatica var. biwaensis grow?

Height: 2–4 cm.