Creeping ludwigia

Ludwigia repens

Family : Onagraceae

PlantFreshwaterclassic

Creeping ludwigia is a stem plant with oval green to reddish leaves. Widely used for backgrounds or midgrounds.

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Popularity

Easy plant

standard lighting, few requirements

Availability

Common in shops

Shop availability

IUCN Status

Least Concern

Biotope

Central America

Du Guatemala au Panama : rivières et récifs.

Description

Leaves are opposite, oval, 2–4 cm, olive green to copper red depending on lighting. The stem is thin and can creep or grow upright. Growth is fast. It produces small yellow flowers when emersed. Can be pruned to encourage branching. Lower leaves tend to drop if light is insufficient.

Habitat

Region :

This plant grows in marshes, ditches, and riverbanks. It enjoys calm, nutrient-rich waters. It can be emersed or submerged.

Distribution :

Recommended parameters

Temperature22–28 °C

pH6–7.5

GH3–10 °dGH

KH2–6 °dKH

NO₃

≤ 20 mg/L

PO₄

≤ 0.5 mg/L

Care

Difficulty

2/5

Diet

Photosynthetic

Min. tank

30 L

Min. group

Adult size

30 cm

Lifespan

5 years

Temperament

Peaceful

Propagation

Bouturage de tiges : couper et replanter dans le substrat.

Care notes

Temperature 22–28°C, pH 6.0–7.5, GH 3–10. Moderate to high lighting (0.7 W/L) is needed for red colors. A nutrient-rich substrate and liquid fertilization rich in iron are recommended. CO2 addition improves growth and coloration. Easy to propagate by cuttings: cut a stem and replant. Compatible with most fish. Avoid strong currents.

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