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Vallisneria

Vallisneria

9.9
A freshwater plant with long ribbon like leaves often kept in aquariums
  • noun
  • /ˌvælɪˈnɪəriə/
  • Specialized
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  • Streams in the region are noted for dense beds of Vallisneria, which provide habitat for fish.

Examples

  • Many aquarists choose Vallisneria for their tanks because it is hardy and easy to grow.

  • Look at the Vallisneria!

  • The long, ribbon-like leaves of Vallisneria make it an attractive option for planted aquariums.

  • I just bought some Vallisneria for my aquarium.

  • The long, ribbon-like leaves of Vallisneria make it an ideal plant for creating natural habitats in freshwater aquariums.

  • Many fish species thrive when kept in tanks with Vallisneria, as it provides excellent cover and spawning areas.

  • Aquarists often choose Vallisneria for its attractive appearance and ability to oxygenate the water.

Synonyms

eelgrass
vsVallisneria
  • UK
1 8.1

A long plant with narrow leaves that grows underwater and forms meadows for fish

is a freshwater genus often kept in aquariums rather than living in marine meadows
tape grass
vsVallisneria
7.8

A long underwater plant with thin, ribbon-like leaves that grows in fresh water

is commonly cultivated for aquariums rather than noted for native range

Compounds

Vallisneria spiralis
  • Specialized
9.9

A water plant with long ribbon leaves often used in freshwater aquariums

Surface Forms

Vallisneria singular
Vallisnerias plural

Etymology

Vallisneria is a plant name formed from the Italian naturalist Vallisneri plus the common plant ending -ia, so it literally comes from a person's name. So the name simply honors that scientist and now refers to a group of long, ribbon-like water plants often used in aquariums.