Vallisneria Contortionist / Corkscrew Vallisneria
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Common Names: Corkscrew Vallisneria, Contortion Val, Twisted Val
Scientific Name: Vallisneria contortionist
Vallisneria Contortionist is a popular aquatic plant known for its unique, twisted, ribbon-like leaves that add dynamic movement and texture to aquascapes. Native to South Asia, this plant thrives in various freshwater environments, making it suitable for aquariums, paludariums, ripariums, and vivariums.
- Quick Guide
- Essentials
- Features
- Care
Quick Guide
- Growth Environment: Submerged, Emersed, Aquarium, Paludarium, Riparium, Vivarium
- Care Level: Easy
- Light Requirements: Moderate to High Light
- CO₂ Requirements: CO₂ Optional
- Placement: Background
- Growth Characteristics: Fast-Growing, Upright
- Water Parameters: pH 6.5–8.0, Hardness 4–18°N
- Special Features: Twisted Leaves, Dynamic Appearance
- Country of Origin: South Asia
Essentials
- Light: Moderate to high; adapts well to a range of lighting conditions, but brighter light encourages faster growth and more vibrant coloration.
- Water: Prefers a pH range of 6.5–8.0 and tolerates water hardness between 4–18°N (71.43–321.43 ppm). Thrives submerged and adapts to emersed setups.
- Temperature: 68–82°F (20–28°C).
- Soil: Grows well in fine gravel or nutrient-rich substrates; deep planting supports its extensive root system.
- Placement: Ideal for the background in aquascapes, providing height and a lush, flowing appearance.
Features
- Size: Typically grows up to 20 inches (50 cm) or taller, depending on conditions.
- Rate: Fast-growing; regular pruning helps manage its size and prevents overcrowding.
- Foliage: Narrow, twisted, ribbon-like leaves that create a dynamic, flowing effect in the water.
- Flowering: Produces small, inconspicuous flowers when grown emersed, particularly in ripariums or vivariums.
Care
- Fertilizer: Benefits from regular liquid fertilization; nutrient-rich substrates enhance growth. CO₂ supplementation is optional but can promote more vigorous development.
- Pruning/Propagation: Trim leaves as needed to control height and remove any damaged or decaying foliage. Propagates through runners that produce new plantlets; these can be left to form dense colonies or separated and replanted.
- Special Tips: Avoid drastic changes in water parameters to prevent plant stress. Ensure adequate space for runners to spread, and consider the plant's potential height when planning tank placement.
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