Vallisneria Nana – 5 Plantlets

Overview: Vallisneria Nana, also known as Thin Straight Vallisneria, Tape Grass, Needle/Narrow Jungle Val, Italian Vallisneria, or Eelgrass, is an excellent background plant for aquariums and ponds. Each plantlet comes with healthy roots and 2-7 long, slender leaves. This easy-to-grow plant thrives in a variety of water conditions and adds a graceful, grass-like texture to any aquatic landscape.

Perfect for both beginners and experienced aquarists, Vallisneria Nana prefers good lighting and a nutrient-rich substrate to flourish. Its narrow, straight leaves resemble blades of grass and remain shorter than many other Vallisneria species, making it ideal for tanks of any size.

Key Features:

• Growth Habit: A compact plant with narrow, grass-like leaves that grow vertically, ideal for creating a natural background in aquascapes.

• Light Requirements: While Vallisneria Nana can survive in low light, it thrives under good lighting conditions.

• Aquarium Benefits: Helps improve water quality by absorbing excess nutrients and provides hiding spots for small fish and shrimp.

Common Name: Thin Straight Vallisneria / Tape Grass / Needle/Narrow Jungle Val / Eelgrass
Scientific Name: Vallisneria nana
Plant Type: Submersed
Growth Rate: Medium
Difficulty Level: Beginner
Nutrient Substrate: Recommended but not required
Lighting Requirements: Low to High

What We Like About Vallisneria Nana:

• Excellent background plant with thin, delicate leaves

• Easy to grow and maintain, even in low-tech setups

• Suitable for aquariums and ponds alike

• Great for providing cover for fish and shrimp

Recommended Tank Parameters:

• Temperature: 68 – 82°F (20 – 28°C)

• pH: 6.5 – 8.0

• Water Hardness: Soft to hard water

• Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallons

Care Information: Vallisneria Nana is a hardy plant that can adapt to a wide range of conditions. It grows best with moderate to strong lighting and a nutrient-rich substrate, but it can tolerate lower light settings. Regular trimming may be necessary to keep it looking neat in smaller tanks.

Note: The plantlets are collected from my tanks, and while I do my best to rinse them, there's a chance of receiving a few snail hitchhikers.