<p>Common Name: Giant Val Rubra</p> <p>Giant Val Rubra is a variant of giant vals with leaves that can develop a reddish hue. They act as the perfect background plants, growing tall and fast to create a jungle-like appearance. Vals are grass-like plants that spread alongside shoots and can grow to the height of your aquarium. They are nutrient-loving plants that anchor deep into the substrate.</p> <p class="p1"><b>Notes:</b></p> <ul class="ul1"> <li class="li1"> <span class="s1"></span>Vallisneria are heavy root feeders and should be planted deeply in quality aquarium soil.</li> <li class="li1"> <span class="s1"></span>Vallisneria grows very large and tall making them suitable for larger planted aquariums.</li> <li class="li1"> <span class="s1"></span>Do not make drastic changes to the aquarium. Unstable parameters will result in melt and rotting of the aquarium plant.</li> <li class="li1"> <span class="s1"></span>Please be sure to remove this plant from its wrap. Remove the foam surrounding the roots and plant into a quality substrate. For instructions on how to properly prep “bunched“ aquarium plants, click <a href="https://buceplant.com/blogs/news/how-to-prep-potted-and-lead-bunch-aquatic-plants"><span class="s2">here</span></a>.</li> <li class="li1"> <span class="s1"></span>CO2 injection will yield better growth.</li> <li class="li1"> <span class="s1"></span>Please research appropriately to ensure your plant thrives.</li> </ul> <p>Family: <span>Hydrocharitaceae</span></p> <p>Region: Central/South America</p> <p>Height: 12-20"</p> <p>pH: 6-7.5</p> <p>Care: Moderate</p> <p>Light: Moderate to High</p> <p>Co2: Recommended </p> <p>Propagation: Cut lateral shoots</p> <p>Growth rate: Fast</p>