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Jungle Val (Vallisneria americana)
Specialty freshwater livestock

Jungle Val (Vallisneria americana)

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🌿 Jungle Val (Vallisneria americana) — Shed‑Selected Portion

Tall. Flowing. Wild. The ultimate background plant for tanks that need height and motion.

Jungle Val sends up long, ribbon‑like leaves that twist and sway in the current, creating a natural river‑grass look that instantly fills vertical space. Each bare‑root bunch grows fast and strong, forming dense stands that fish love to swim through.

Perfect for big tanks, cichlid setups, and aquascapes that need that “Florida river” vibe.

Why Jungle Val Stands Out

  • Long, flowing leaves — natural underwater movement

  • Fast‑spreading runners for quick background fill

  • Creates tall, lush curtains of green

  • Great for large tanks and wild scapes

  • Beginner‑friendly and extremely hardy

  • Provides shelter and oxygenation for fish

Size & Growth

  • Height ranges 18–36 inches, sometimes more in deep tanks

  • Spreads quickly by runners to form thick stands

  • Ideal for background placement or river‑style layouts

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Plant Care

đź“Ś Quick Stats

Scientific Name: Vallisneria americana (Jungle Val) Origin: North & Central America Growth Rate: Fast Placement: Background Lighting: Low–Medium CO₂: Optional Difficulty: Easy

🌿 Appearance

  • Long, ribbon‑like green leaves
  • Natural flowing movement in current
  • Grows 18–36+ inches tall
  • Forms dense, tall stands once established
  • Sends runners to create new plants

đź’§ Water Parameters

Temperature: 68–82°F pH: 6.5–8.0 Hardness: Soft–Hard (very adaptable) Flow: Moderate Substrate: Root‑feeding plant — prefers nutrient‑rich substrate

🔧 Care & Maintenance

  • Plant roots only — keep the crown above substrate
  • Add root tabs for best growth
  • Trim tall leaves at the base, not mid‑leaf
  • Expect runners — it will spread
  • Great for beginners and low‑tech tanks
  • More light = taller, fuller blades

🌙 Tank Placement Tips

Use Jungle Val for:

  • Background height
  • Jungle scapes
  • River‑style layouts
  • Large tanks
  • Natural movement and flow

Pairs well with:

  • Angels
  • Tetras
  • Rasboras
  • Livebearers
  • Rainbowfish
  • Shrimp

⚠️ Common Issues

  • Melting after planting: Normal — regrows quickly
  • Spreads too fast: Remove runners or create boundaries
  • Leaves too tall: Trim at the base
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