Plant Profiles

Vallisneria nana

Live freshwater plant Vallisneria nana - Narrow Tapegrass for fish tanks and aquariums Large bunch or portion of aquatic plant Vallisneria nana - Narrow Tapegrass. Aquarium plant with fast delivery across Australia.
Vallisneria nana
Narrow Tapegrass
$8.95

Vallisneria nana, also known as Narrow Tapegrass, is a classic and popular aquarium plant that has long been a favourite of aquascapers. This hardy Australian native plant is a great choice for those looking for a grass-like background plant in their aquariums. It is very easy to care for and makes an excellent beginner plant.

Compared to Giant Vallisneria, Vallisneria nana has thinner and more delicate leaves, and also grows much faster. The long leaves of this plant will grow up to the water surface, making it a great background plant. Additionally, it propagates well and spreads via runners, which will eventually form chains of plants that can cover the entire back of the tank, creating a beautiful and natural-looking environment.

Vallisneria nana is cold tolerant, with a temperature range of 10-32°C, making it suitable for unheated tanks and ponds. It prefers slightly harder, calcium-rich water, but it is tolerant of a wide range of water parameters and does well in water with a KH between 2-21°dKH, and a pH of 6.0-8.0. This species can also be grown well in relatively low light, however it does best in medium lighting conditions, which will help it to grow faster and produce denser foliage.

This versatile plant is not only popular for use in aquariums but is also used in outdoor ponds and water gardens. Its dense growth makes it a great option for providing hiding places and shelter for fish and other aquatic creatures, and it adds a natural look to any aquatic environment.

Vallisneria nana is a great choice for anyone looking for a hardy and fast growing native aquarium plant to add to their aquarium or pond.

Requirements and information

Temperature:
TropicalWarmCold

Substrate type:
CoarseFine

Substrate nutrients:

Medium

Water nutrients:

Medium

Light demand:

Low

CO2:

Low

Height:

Tall

Growth rate:

Vigorous

Growth habit:

Rosette

Creeping

Difficulty:

Easy

Native to: