Vallisneria

Vallisneria americana

Also known as: Eelgrass, Tape Grass, Val

Medium Light Background Fast Growth Beginner

Classic background plant. Spreads via runners to fill in backgrounds quickly.

Water Parameters

Temperature

59–86°F

pH Range

6.5–8.5

Water Type

Freshwater

Growth Information

Light

Medium

Growth Rate

Fast

Max Height

24 inches

Placement

Background

Care Details

Care Level

Beginner

Substrate

Sand or fine gravel, nutrient-rich preferred

CO₂

Not required

Propagation

Runners

Origin & Notes

Origin

North America

Notes

Classic background plant. Spreads via runners to fill in backgrounds quickly.