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Create a dramatic, swaying backdrop in your aquarium with Vallisneria gigantea "Rubra". A stunning reddish-brown variant of the classic Giant Jungle Val, this ultra-tall, grass-like plant features long, strap-shaped leaves that can easily grow several feet in length. In larger aquariums, the leaves gracefully arch and trail along the water's surface, creating a beautiful "curtain" effect. Under moderate to strong lighting, the foliage shifts from deep green to a warm bronze-red. Because it is highly adaptable, fast-growing, and tough, it is an excellent choice for beginners with large tanks or setups containing active, plant-eating fish. Please note: Product images are AI-generated and will vary from the actual plant received.
Key benefits:
Striking Red-Bronze Hue: Unlike standard bright green Jungle Val, the "Rubra" variant develops deep coppery-red and bronze highlights under moderate to strong light.
Dramatic Jungle Background: Rapidly grows to the top of large aquariums, creating a dense, towering background forest that provides a great sense of depth and crucial safety for shy fish.
Tough & Fish Resistant: The thick, leathery ribbon leaves are highly durable, making them resistant to being eaten or easily uprooted by boisterous fish like cichlids or goldfish.
Specifications:
Form: Bunched
Growth Rate: Fast
Placement: Background
Light Requirement: Moderate to High (Higher light intensifies the bronze-red colors)
Co2 Requirement: Low (Highly adaptable and does not require CO2)
Water type: Freshwater
Suggested use: Remove the lead weight and wrapping foam holding the bunch together. Gently separate the individual roots. Plant each stem deeply into a nutrient-rich substrate, but be sure to keep the plant's crown (the area where the green leaves meet the roots) completely above the substrate to prevent rot. Because Vallisneria are heavy root-feeders, placing iron-rich root tabs near their base will significantly accelerate their growth. Avoid trimming the leaf tips directly if possible, as damaged leaves can sometimes rot back; instead, let them float along the surface or prune them from the very base.
What’s included: 1 x Bunched portion of Vallisneria Gigantea "Rubra"
Create a dramatic, swaying backdrop in your aquarium with Vallisneria gigantea "Rubra". A stunning reddish-brown variant of the classic Giant Jungle Val, this ultra-tall, grass-like plant features long, strap-shaped leaves that can easily grow several feet in length. In larger aquariums, the leaves gracefully arch and trail along the water's surface, creating a beautiful "curtain" effect. Under moderate to strong lighting, the foliage shifts from deep green to a warm bronze-red. Because it is highly adaptable, fast-growing, and tough, it is an excellent choice for beginners with large tanks or setups containing active, plant-eating fish. Please note: Product images are AI-generated and will vary from the actual plant received.
Key benefits:
Striking Red-Bronze Hue: Unlike standard bright green Jungle Val, the "Rubra" variant develops deep coppery-red and bronze highlights under moderate to strong light.
Dramatic Jungle Background: Rapidly grows to the top of large aquariums, creating a dense, towering background forest that provides a great sense of depth and crucial safety for shy fish.
Tough & Fish Resistant: The thick, leathery ribbon leaves are highly durable, making them resistant to being eaten or easily uprooted by boisterous fish like cichlids or goldfish.
Specifications:
Form: Bunched
Growth Rate: Fast
Placement: Background
Light Requirement: Moderate to High (Higher light intensifies the bronze-red colors)
Co2 Requirement: Low (Highly adaptable and does not require CO2)
Water type: Freshwater
Suggested use: Remove the lead weight and wrapping foam holding the bunch together. Gently separate the individual roots. Plant each stem deeply into a nutrient-rich substrate, but be sure to keep the plant's crown (the area where the green leaves meet the roots) completely above the substrate to prevent rot. Because Vallisneria are heavy root-feeders, placing iron-rich root tabs near their base will significantly accelerate their growth. Avoid trimming the leaf tips directly if possible, as damaged leaves can sometimes rot back; instead, let them float along the surface or prune them from the very base.
What’s included: 1 x Bunched portion of Vallisneria Gigantea "Rubra"
