Aquarium plant

Vallisneria spiralis "Tortifolia"

BackgroundRosette plant

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Plant overview

Vallisneria spiralis "Tortifolia" grows as a rosette plant and fits background planting. Care: medium light, recommended CO₂.

Recorded water ranges cover temperature 20–28 °C, pH 6–8, KH 2–21 °dKH, CO₂ 1–4 mg/L.

Planting & care

  • PlacementBackground
  • GrowthRosette plant
  • LightMedium
  • CO2Recommended
  • Height3–5 cm

Water conditions

Temperature
20–28 °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)
5–50 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

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FAQ

Where should Vallisneria spiralis "Tortifolia" be planted?

Use it for background planting.

What light does Vallisneria spiralis "Tortifolia" need?

Light requirement: medium.

What temperature suits Vallisneria spiralis "Tortifolia"?

Temperature: 20–28 °C.

How tall does Vallisneria spiralis "Tortifolia" grow?

Height: 3–5 cm.