Aquarium plant

Vallisneria caulescens

BackgroundStem plant

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Plant overview

For background planting, Vallisneria caulescens grows as a stem plant. Its profile combines difficult care, medium light, required CO₂.

Vallisneria caulescens suits water with temperature 22–28 °C, pH 4.5–6.5, KH 1–10 °dKH, CO₂ 2–4 mg/L.

Planting & care

  • PlacementBackground
  • GrowthStem plant
  • LightMedium
  • CO2Required

Water conditions

Temperature
22–28 °C
pH
4.5–6.5
Carbonate hardness
1–10 °dKH
CO₂ (mg/L)
2–4 mg/L

Growth & placement

Growth rate
Medium
Propagation
Cuttings

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Hydrocharitaceae
Genus
Vallisneria

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FAQ

Where should Vallisneria caulescens be planted?

Use it for background planting.

What light does Vallisneria caulescens need?

Light requirement: medium.

What temperature suits Vallisneria caulescens?

Temperature: 22–28 °C.