Aquarium plant

Vallisneria australis

BackgroundRosette plant

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Plant overview

For background planting, Vallisneria australis grows as a rosette plant. Its profile combines easy care, medium light, recommended CO₂.

Vallisneria australis suits water with temperature 18–28 °C, pH 6–8, KH 2–21 °dKH, CO₂ 1–4 mg/L.

Planting & care

  • PlacementBackground
  • GrowthRosette plant
  • LightMedium
  • CO2Recommended

Water conditions

Temperature
18–28 °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)
0.5–3 mg/L
Potassium (K)
5–50 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

Similar plants

Vallisneria asiatica var. biwaensis Similar traits: growth type, placement, and difficulty Vallisneria australis 'Curly' Similar traits: growth type, placement, and difficulty Vallisneria australis 'Marmor' Similar traits: growth type, placement, and difficulty Vallisneria densiserrulata Similar traits: growth type, placement, and difficulty Vallisneria sp. 'Natans' Similar traits: growth type, placement, and difficulty Vallisneria americana Similar traits: growth type, placement, and difficulty

FAQ

Where should Vallisneria australis be planted?

Use it for background planting.

What light does Vallisneria australis need?

Light requirement: medium.

What temperature suits Vallisneria australis?

Temperature: 18–28 °C.