Vallisneria contortionist

Vallisneria contortionist

Description

Long twisted light green leaves up to 45 cm. It is a plant that requires strong luminosity and is placed in the middle. It is reproduced by extension of the root system. Its culture requires special attention.

The Vallisneria contortist aquarium plant is an aquatic plant commonly used in aquariums to add color and environmental life. It belongs to the Hydrocharitaceae family, which also includes aquatic plants such as Elodea and Egeria. The Vallisneria CONTORTIONIST is characterized by its narrow and rolled leaves which give it a contorted appearance. The leaves can measure up to 20 centimeters in length and have a dark green color brownish. The plant can produce white or yellow flowers that float on the surface of the water. The Vallisneria Constortionist is easy to maintain and can push in a wide range of light and temperature conditions. It is also known to be very resistant to diseases and pests, making it an ideal plant for aquariums.

Origin

Features

  • Maximum height : 45 cm
  • Temperature : 12 - 29 °C
  • pH : 6.5 - 7.5
  • Hardness : 6 - 14 °dGH

Contribution

  • Created by : zigzag
  • Last update : 01/12/2022

Plants in the same family

Vallisneria torta
Vallisneria torta

Plant with long fine green leaves with tendency to whiten on ends. It can reach 25 cm. It is placed in the center of the bac. This plant is simple to maintain, not very demanded in fertilizer as in li...