Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Hydrocharitaceae

Genus:

Vallisneria

Species:

Vallisneria nana

Growth Characteristics

Height:

1-2 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, nutrient-rich, well-drained

pH:

6.5 - 8.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

tolerates moderate drainage

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

Commonly found in freshwater streams and rivers