Ludwigia Palustris
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Common Name: Marsh Ludwigia
Scientific Name: (Ludwigia palustris)
Ludwigia Palustris is a versatile and vibrant aquatic plant, known for its small, rounded leaves that range from green to red depending on lighting and nutrients. Native to wetland areas across the Americas and Europe, this fast-growing plant thrives in a variety of conditions, making it suitable for aquariums, paludariums, and vivariums.
- Quick Guide
- Essentials
- Features
- Care
Quick Guide
- Growth Environment: Submerged, Emersed, Aquarium, Paludarium, Vivarium
- Care Level: Easy
- Light Requirements: Moderate Light, High Light
- CO2 Requirements: CO2 Optional
- Placement: Middleground, Background
- Growth Characteristics: Fast-Growing, Spreading
- Water Parameters: Soft Water, Neutral pH
- Special Features: Colorful Foliage, Flowering, Beginner-Friendly
- Country of Origin: Americas, Europe (Species)
Essentials
- Light: Moderate to strong; strong lighting enhances red hues.
- Water: Prefers soft to moderately hard water with a pH of 6.0–7.5. Thrives submerged and adapts well to emersed growth.
- Temperature: 72–82°F (22–28°C).
- Soil: Grows well in nutrient-rich substrate but can also thrive in inert substrates with liquid fertilization.
- Placement: Best used as a middleground or background plant depending on the tank size.
Features
- Size: Grows 8–12 inches tall, making it versatile for small to medium tanks.
- Rate: Fast-growing; frequent trimming is required to maintain shape.
- Foliage: Small, rounded leaves that shift from green to red with optimal lighting and nutrient levels.
- Flowering: Produces small yellow flowers in emersed conditions.
Care
- Fertilizer: Benefits from liquid fertilizers with iron and micronutrients to maintain vibrant colors. CO2 supplementation enhances growth and intensifies red tones.
- Pruning/Propagation: Regular trimming promotes bushier growth. Propagate by cutting and replanting healthy stem tips.
- Special Tips: For vibrant red hues, provide strong lighting, stable CO2 injection, and sufficient nutrients. Prevent shading from taller plants for consistent growth.
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