[BrianT]

I guess what I mean by the runners, I'm meaning the stems or flower heads that grow to the surface.

 

[lauraleellbp]

That's an Aponogeton, and yes, cutting the runners should help encourage more leaves. Though sometimes the plants are "stubborn" and just keep putting up more stems... LOL

 

[BrianT]

Thanks Laura, cutting stems, this guys seems to love growing out and UP ! lol