Trending searches
Popular collections
Cart
$0
Potamogeton perfoliatus, commonly known as Clasping-leaf Pondweed, is a submerged aquatic plant prized for its flowing, broad green leaves and its ability to create a tranquil, wild look in ponds, lakes, and natural-style aquariums. Native to calm freshwater bodies across the Northern Hemisphere, this species provides important ecological value in aquascapes, offering shelter for aquatic life and contributing to water clarity by absorbing excess nutrients.
Its long, undulating stems and translucent foliage make it an excellent choice for nature-style layouts, biotope tanks, or large aquariums with moderate flow. The leaves are characteristically “clasping,” wrapping partially around the stem—a feature that sets this species apart visually.
Common Name: Clasping-leaf Pondweed
Scientific Name: Potamogeton perfoliatus
Growth Habit: Submerged, rooted stem plant
Leaf Shape: Oval, translucent, and clasping the stem
Light Requirement: Moderate to high
Growth Rate: Medium
CO₂ Requirement: Optional, but beneficial for faster, fuller growth
Lighting: Moderate to high lighting for best growth
Water Parameters: pH 6.5–7.5 | Temperature: 60–78°F (16–26°C)
Substrate: Nutrient-rich substrate is preferred
Water Type: Freshwater; calm to slow-moving preferred
Ideal for natural-style or biotope tanks
Excellent for background planting in large tanks or ponds
Provides shade and shelter for fry and invertebrates
Enhances water quality by reducing excess nutrients
Propagation is typically done by cutting healthy stems and replanting them directly into the substrate. Ensure each cutting has a few nodes for optimal rooting. As a root-feeding plant, Potamogeton perfoliatus benefits greatly from substrate fertilizers and occasional trimming to maintain its graceful appearance.
Nutrient Substrate: ✅ Required
Can Be Grown Emersed: ❌ No
Enhance your aquarium with our fresh, high-quality plants, available in convenient formats:
Loose Fresh-Cut Plants: Approx. 5 stems, loose fresh-cut stems without root
Bunched Plants: Approx. 5 fresh-cut stems, bundled with foam and plant weight
Potted Plants: Approx. 5 fresh-cut stems, potted in a net pot with rockwool for easy planting
Please never release this plant into natural waterways. Check your local regulations before introducing new species into outdoor environments.
Return Policy: All sales are final
24 Hours Live Arrival Guarantee* - In a rare case of live stocks dead on arrival, we must be notified within 24 hours by the same day of delivery. Please take clear photos of the damaged product and send it to us within 24 hours. Live Arrival Guarantee will be void after 24 hours of delivery. All replacements are considered final and we will not replace the replacement.
Please be aware that our Live Arrival Guarantee is subject to certain conditions. Specifically, the guarantee will not be applicable in cases where the package is marked as 'invalid address', 'undeliverable' or is 'returned to sender.' This includes situations such as a vacant delivery address, a missing apartment number, or any other issues that prevent the postal service from delivering your package.
It is crucial to provide accurate and complete shipping information to ensure the successful delivery of your order and the applicability of the Live Arrival Guarantee.
Please keep in mind that Live Arrival Guarantee only guarantees that live stocks will be alive upon arrival. We cannot guarantee that you will continue to have success with them. Many factors, including the aquarium environment, water quality, nutrient, temperature, lighting, filter, and CO2 system, can contribute to the failure to grow live plants and live animals.
Even though our plants are very clean, but we can't guarantee they will be 100% pest-free because we cannot be responsible for your aquarium. Please use it at your own risk. We recommended all customers rinse the plants with clean water and quarantine them before use.
However, plants in tissue culture will be 100% free from pests, algae and never have been contacting with any aquarium.
Please review your state's regulations on restricted plants, as we are committed to not shipping plants that are restricted in your area. Do not release any plants into the wild or waterways, as this can harm local ecosystems by introducing invasive species.
Your cooperation in protecting the environment is appreciated. For continuously updated information, refer to the USDA State Noxious Weed list here.
Thank you for your responsible commitment to environmental preservation.
!