Valisneria spiralis - Spiral Vals

Family: Hydrochariaceae
Adult Size: Up to 12"
Lighting Needs: Moderate to High
Temperature: 72 - 82°F
Water Parameters: pH 6.5-7.5; KH 3-8
Care Level: Easy
Scientific Name: Valisneria spiralis

• Background plant in aquariums
• Long flowing leaves
• Can be rooted in the substrate
• Also called Eelgrass or Tape Grass

Medium to bright green, good for oxygenation and hiding places for baby fish. Fast grower, spiraling to 12 inches in length. Reproduces by runners, beautiful underwater grass. Great contrast to the flat straplike leaves of other aquarium plants. Tips of leaves turn a pinkish-red when in bright sun light or aquarium lights. Produces a tubular seed pod which floats on the surface.

Zone 4