{"product_id":"live-aquarium-plant-vallisneria-americana-gigantea","title":"Vallisneria americana 'Gigantea'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eVallisneria\u003c\/em\u003e americana 'Gigantea': As the name implies, this plant can reach great heights. The name gigantea is used by distributors, while the exact Latin name is \u003cem\u003eVallisneria\u003c\/em\u003e Americana.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eVallisneria\u003c\/em\u003e has a tall rosulate structure, vivid ribbon-like green leaves, and the capacity to populate an aquarium quickly thanks to its prolific runners.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eVallisneria has a cosmopolitan distribution with species found in North America, South America, Africa, Eurasia, and Australia.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eThis genus contains species that are hydrophytes or plants that dwell in bodies of water. They can be found in slow-moving to fast-moving rivers, streams, lakes, and wetlands.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eIt is an excellent plant for both new and expert aquarists. Acclimatization usually takes 2-4 weeks, however, after that, it can reproduce and become the primary plant in your fish tank.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eThe use of fertilizers helps boost growth. JBL balls are ideal for this.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eLighting is critical for achieving a good green color. To allow it to grow properly, use 0.7 Watt per 1 L. You can later reduce the light ratio.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eMany keepers believe that this plant cannot be clipped, but this is not the case. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eThe leaves will be fine as long as they are clipped back with sharp scissors. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eDying leaves can also be removed by lifting them away from the base.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eCare Tips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eAdditional CO₂ infusion helps to maintain \u003cem\u003eVallisneria\u003c\/em\u003e healthy and improves growth rate and development- you will notice the leaves becoming thicker and more vivid.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eVallisneria\u003c\/em\u003e is not a heavy feeder of roots. A nutrient-rich substrate, on the other hand, will undoubtedly help the plant, especially if there is insufficient natural bioload in the tank and you do not want to add fertilizers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Splashy Fin Aquarium","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42136962269269,"sku":"sfxc664 - Vallisneria americana 'Gigantea' '1-2-1-1-1-1","price":400.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/8813\/2181\/files\/13504_vallisneria-americana-gigantea2a.jpg?v=1770807005","url":"https:\/\/splashyfin.com\/products\/live-aquarium-plant-vallisneria-americana-gigantea","provider":"Splashy Fin Aquarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}