Needle leaf ludwigia
Ludwigia arcuata
Family : Onagraceae
PlantFreshwaterclassic
Fine stem plant with narrow leaves, ideal for the background. Colors vary from green to red depending on lighting.
Popularity
Easy plant
standard lighting, few requirements
Availability
Common in shopsShop availability
IUCN Status
LC
Least Concern
Description
Ludwigia arcuata is a slender stem plant with opposite, linear leaves 2-4 cm long. Under intense lighting, the leaves turn orange-red. It grows quickly and is easy to prune. Highly valued for creating color contrasts in the aquarium. Can be grown emersed.
Habitat
Region :
Marshes, river edges, wetlands
Distribution :
Recommended parameters
Temperature20–28 °C
pH5.5–7.5
GH2–10 °dGH
KH1–8 °dKH
NO₃
≤ 20 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 2 mg/L
Care
Difficulty
3/5
Diet
Photosynthetic
Min. tank
30 L
Min. group
3
Adult size
30 cm
Lifespan
2 years
Temperament
Peaceful
Propagation
Cuttings
Care notes
High lighting to develop red colors. CO2 and liquid fertilization recommended. Regular pruning to maintain a bushy shape.
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