Vallisneria Natans
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- Live Arrival Guarantee
- Get free shipping on non-live fish orders over $75 and live fish orders over $300.
- All our live fish, shrimp, snails are care with love and passion, when through minimum of 14 days quarantined and shipped from Splashy Fish facility in Springfield, Virginia, USA
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
Vallisneria Natans is one of the most popular freshwater aquarium plants for hobbyists looking to create a lush, natural underwater landscape with minimal maintenance. Featuring long, ribbon-like green leaves that gently sway with the water current, this Vallisneria plant adds movement, height, and a realistic riverbed appearance to any planted aquarium.
Known for its exceptional hardiness and rapid runner production, Vallisneria natans is an excellent choice for beginners and experienced aquascapers alike. It adapts to a wide range of water conditions, thrives without CO₂ injection, and grows beautifully in both low-tech and high-tech planted tanks. Whether you're looking to buy Vallisneria natans for a community aquarium, shrimp tank, or aquascape, this versatile plant provides long-lasting beauty while helping create a healthier aquatic environment.
Why Choose Vallisneria Natans?
- Elegant ribbon-like leaves: Create a beautiful natural background with flowing movement.
- Fast-growing & runner-producing: Quickly fills open areas with lush greenery.
- Beginner-friendly: One of the easiest aquarium plants to grow.
- Excellent low-light performance: Thrives in low to moderate lighting without demanding care.
- Perfect for fish and shrimp: Provides shelter, spawning sites, and natural cover.
- Improves aquascape depth: Ideal for creating dense backgrounds and jungle-style aquariums.
How to Plant Vallisneria Natans in Your Aquarium
- Rinse the plant gently before placing it into your aquarium.
- Plant the roots into the substrate while keeping the crown (where the leaves meet the roots) above the substrate.
- Leave several inches between each plant to allow runners to spread naturally.
- Avoid burying the crown, as this can lead to plant rot.
- Allow the plant time to establish before moving it, since Vallisneria prefers stable conditions.
Tip: As Vallisneria natans produces runners, simply separate the new plantlets and replant them to quickly create a lush background throughout your aquarium.
How to Care for Vallisneria Natans
- pH: 6.5–8.0
- Temperature: 68–82°F (20–28°C)
- Lighting: Low to moderate (15–40 PAR)
- CO₂: Not required; optional for faster growth
- Fertilization: Heavy root feeder; performs best with root tabs or nutrient-rich substrate
- Placement: Background in most aquariums; midground in very large tanks
Visit here to learn more about How to Grow and Care for Vallisneria Plants.
Why Should You Buy Vallisneria Natans from Splashy Fish Store?
- Healthy, hand-selected plants carefully inspected before shipping
- Professionally packaged to ensure your plants arrive fresh and ready to thrive
- Fast, reliable shipping with exceptional care from our experienced aquatic team
- Expert support whenever you need help with planting, care, or aquarium advice
- Trusted by thousands of aquarists across the U.S. for premium live fish, shrimp, snails, and aquarium plants
Splashy Fish Store also provides other aquarium products such as freshwater fish, invertebrates, aquatic plants, and aquarium supplies. Visit our website for more!
FAQs
How big do Vallisneria natans get?
Vallisneria natans typically grows 12–24 inches (30–60 cm) tall in most freshwater aquariums, although it can grow even longer under ideal conditions. Its long, ribbon-like leaves make it an excellent background aquarium plant for medium and large tanks. Regular trimming helps maintain the desired height while encouraging healthy new growth.
Do Vallisneria natans need substrate?
Yes, Vallisneria natans grows best when planted in nutrient-rich substrate because it is a heavy root feeder. While it can survive in gravel or sand, adding root tabs provides the nutrients needed for stronger roots, faster growth, and healthier green leaves. Be sure to keep the crown above the substrate to prevent rot.
Can I grow Vallisneria natans low light in aquarium?
Yes. Vallisneria natans is one of the best low-light aquarium plants for beginners. It grows well under low to moderate lighting without requiring CO₂ injection, making it ideal for low-tech planted aquariums. Although growth is slower in low light, the plant will still produce healthy leaves and spread naturally through runners with proper nutrients and stable water conditions.
