Red Jungle Vallisneria (Vallisneria gigantea rubra)
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- All Plants are submerged growth
- Live Arrival Guarantee
This is only apply to live fish order.
What is Our Live Arrival Guarantee?
Benefit from our extensive experience in shipping live fish. In 2021, our records indicated a mere 0.5% dead-on-arrival (DOA) rate for all live fish orders, compared to the industry standard of 1.5%. These numbers translate to only 5 out of 1000 orders experiencing DOA fish.
At Splashy Fish, customer satisfaction is our priority. That's why we provide a 100% Live Arrival Guarantee on all animals shipped via USPS, UPS, or FedEx. Please note - Splashy Fish reserves the right to void Live Arrival Guarantee protection under the following circumstances:
- The customer has chosen USPS First Class Mail as a shipping method.
- The shipping address is a PO Box address
- The order was refused delivery by the customer.
- If the order is returned to the sender for any reason. For instance, an incorrect shipping address, an undeliverable address, etc.
- The order was held for pick up at USPS, UPS, and FedEx offices for longer than 24 hours after the last update on the tracking number.
- The Live Arrival Guarantee claim does not include all the requirements mentioned below
- The Live Arrival Guarantee claim is made after the claim period mentioned below.
- The animals are not in their original packaging
Live Arrival Guarantee Claim Period:
For Live Fish and other invertebrates, one and a half hours (1.5 hours) after the posted delivery time.
For Snails: 48 hours after the posted delivery time.
Steps to claim Splashy Fish's Live Arrival Guarantee:
- Take a picture of the shipping box and the shipping label.
- For live fish and other invertebrates: Please provide two pictures of each bag (containing the dead fish) upon arrival. Ensure the images display the bag in its original, unopened condition with the original rubber band intact
- For Snails: Position the snail in one corner of the tank. If the snail does not move within 48 hours, please take several pictures of the snail's opening
- Send an email to DOA@splashyfishstore.com with the subject line: DOA and Your Order Number, or message us on social media.
- In the body of the email, include your tracking number.
- The claim must be sent within the claim period mentioned above.
After submitting the required information, please allow us 1-3 business days to determine the cause of the issue. If the claim is valid and approved by our team, you will
- Receive a store credit for future purchases, excluding the shipping cost, of the dead-on-arrival fish
If the Live Arrival Guarantee claim does not meet all listed requirements, Splashy Fish reserves the right to reject it.
Shipping live animals and plants is a complex process, and temperature plays a crucial role in ensuring the safe and secure delivery of your order.
If the highest daytime temperature in your location and the lowest nighttime temperature here in Springfield, Virginia—where our facility is situated—fall below 40°F or exceed 90°F, we will proactively delay your order. This measure is taken to prioritize the well-being of the animals and plants.
For the safety of our living cargo and to protect your investment, we retain the right to suspend shipping as necessary due to extreme weather conditions. Our Splashy Fish team will assess the situation and determine if it is unsuitable to ship, considering the safety of the animals.
To stay informed or address any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to our dedicated Splashy Fish Support team via email at support@splashyfishstore.com.
Once our team prints and packs your order, we'll notify you via email. This notification will include your tracking number and the expected arrival day. If you opt for UPS 2 Day shipping, your package should arrive within 2 days after shipment. Similarly, if you choose UPS 1 Day, your order will reach you the day after it is shipped. In the case of orders containing only plants or dry goods, they may be shipped via USPS, provided that this is the selected shipping option during checkout.
We ship all of the customer orders from our warehouse located in Springfield, VA. We pack and ship our orders depending on the orders with the exception of someday we cannot ship out live fish.
All Orders: will be shipped out from Monday to Thursday each week for overnight shipping by UPS.
Sunday: (Splashy Day) Today is the day we let our hard-working team members and our fish to destress and ready for the following week's shipment.
For more information regarding about shipping please visit us our Shipping Policy and Schedule
Red Jungle Vallisneria (Vallisneria gigantea rubra) is a stunning and hardy freshwater aquarium plant that brings a bold splash of color and movement to any aquascape. This variant of Jungle Val features long, ribbon-like leaves with a unique reddish-green hue, creating a dramatic background effect that complements vibrant fish and lush green plants.
Perfect for large tanks and low-tech planted aquariums, Red Jungle Vallisneria is an ideal choice for aquarists seeking a hardy and fast-growing background plant. Its tall, flowing leaves can reach up to 20–30 inches (50–75 cm), swaying gently with the water current, mimicking the look of an underwater grass meadow.
This versatile Jungle Val aquarium plant helps improve water quality by absorbing nitrates and producing oxygen, making this Vallisneria plant both a beautiful and beneficial addition to your tank ecosystem.
At our Splashy Fish tropical fish store, our Red Jungle Vallisneria for sale and other aquarium plants are carefully selected and packed with love! Visit us to buy them online or at our aquarium store in Virginia for a wide selection of freshwater fish for sale, betta fish for sale, freshwater shrimp for sale, and aquarium supplies.
Why Choose Red Jungle Vallisneria?
- Eye-catching red-green coloration: Adds warm tones and depth to your aquascape.
- Fast-growing and hardy: Ideal for beginners and low-maintenance tanks.
- Excellent background plant: Creates a natural curtain-like effect in your aquarium.
- Oxygenates and cleans water: Absorbs excess nutrients and stabilizes tank parameters.
- Perfect for community aquariums: Safe for Betta Fish, Cichlids, Tetras, Gouramis, and Shrimp tanks.
- No CO₂ required: Thrives in low-tech or non-CO₂ setups.
How to Plant Red Jungle Vallisneria in Your Aquarium
- Rinse the plant gently to remove excess gel or debris before planting.
- Separate multiple shoots if your plant arrives as a cluster.
- Insert each rosette into the substrate about 1 inch deep, ensuring the crown stays above the surface.
- Space plants 2–3 inches apart to allow healthy spread.
- Provide moderate lighting and use root tabs if your substrate lacks nutrients.
Tip: Avoid planting Jungle Val too close to other rooted plants. It sends out runners and spreads quickly to fill the background beautifully.
How to Care for Red Jungle Vallisneria
- Water Parameters: pH 6.5 – 7.8
- Temperature: 72–82°F (22–28°C)
- Lighting: Moderate to high (20–40 PAR) – Brighter light enhances red tones
- CO₂: Not required but promotes faster growth
- Fertilization: Use Easy Root Tabs or a nutrient-rich substrate for vibrant color
- Placement: Background in large aquariums or midground in taller tanks
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