Description
PLEASE NOTE: ALL OUR PLANTS ARE GROWN IN FUNCTIONING ECOSYSTEMS THAT HAVE SHRIMP, FISH, SNAILS & OTHER PLANTS – WE INSPECT EACH STEM BEFORE SENDING BUT PLEASE BE OPEN TO THE IDEA OF A HITCH-HIKER COMING WITH YOUR PLANT
This plant is sold in stems in bunches of 4 – 6 stems. The stems are trimmed from plants that have grown emersed (out of the water) meaning it is less like to have any algae or snails on it. It will adapt to being submersed very quickly, some leaves will die off and new ones will grow as it transforms in your tank.
Common Name: Ludwigia Repens
Ludwigia Repens is an easy plant to keep, making it a great option for tank geeks who want to add color to their aquascape without the hassle associated with the colorful plants. These plants are ideal for the midground or background of the tank. Their vivid color creates a superb focal point. Ludwigia plants have oval leaves that grow in alternating pairs along a tilted stem. The leaves are green, gold, orange, or red, depending on tank conditions. These plants are very attractive when planted in bunches of 10-12 stems.
Ludwigia is a versatile plant, but to get the desirable bright colors, you must provide high lighting and nutrient levels. High iron content will bring out more red tones in the plant. CO2 injection is not required for the cultivation of this plant, but can help it grow more robustly. The plant can be grown submersed or emersed, but it is much more difficult to cultivate in the emersed form.
Propagation can be achieved by taking cuttings from the main stem of the plant that are replanted into the substrate.
Notes:
Ludwigia can be very fragile. Be sure to handle this aquarium plant with care.
Do not make drastic changes to the aquarium. Unstable parameters will result in melt and rotting of the aquarium plant.
CO2 injection and quality aquarium soil will yield better growth.
Please research appropriately to ensure your plant thrives.
Height: 4-8”
pH: 6.0-7.0
Care: Moderate
Light: Medium
Co2: Not necessary
Propagation: Cuttings
Growth Rate: Fast
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