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Vallisneria spiralis, also known as Straight Vallisneria, Jungle Val or Italian Eelgrass, is a classic and widely loved aquarium plant known for its tall, ribbon-like leaves and graceful movement. Native to parts of Asia and the Mediterranean, this plant thrives in a range of freshwater conditions and is one of the easiest background plants to grow. Its long, slightly twisted leaves can reach the surface of taller tanks, creating a lush, natural curtain that sways beautifully with the water flow.
Scientific Name: Vallisneria spiralis
Synonyms: Italian Vallisneria, Straight Vallisneria
Common Name: Common Eelgrass, Jungle Val
Tall, Flowing Leaves: Long, narrow leaves can reach 24 inches or more, ideal for taller aquariums
Elegant Movement: Adds a natural, flowing motion to your aquascape
Beginner-Friendly: Very easy to care for and fast-growing
Spreads Quickly: Produces runners that colonize the substrate rapidly
Lighting Needs: Low to high; performs well under a wide range of light levels
CO₂ & Fertilizers: CO₂ not required; benefits from root tabs or enriched substrate
Growth Method: Propagates through runners; forms dense thickets over time
Nutrient Substrate: Recommended
Can Be Grown Emersed: Yes
Ideal for creating a lush, flowing green background
Softens hardscape lines and hides equipment naturally
Excellent for biotope, jungle-style, and nature-style aquariums
Sold as loose fresh-cut plants, bunched plants, or potted plants:
Bare-root Plants: Approximately 2–3 individual loose, bare-root plants
Bunched Plants: Approximately 2–3 individual bare-root plants bundled with foam and a plant weight
Potted Plants: Approximately 2–3 individual bare-root plants potted in rockwool and net pot
Some leaf melt may occur during initial adaptation to your tank. Consistent lighting and nutrient-rich substrate will support healthy regrowth and spread.
Always follow your local guidelines and never release aquarium plants into natural water systems. Dispose of plant trimmings responsibly.
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.
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