Ludwigia sedioides

Family : Onagraceae

PlantFreshwaterstem plant

Floating or creeping plant with diamond-shaped leaves, very decorative at the surface.

Ludwigia sedioides — photo 1 sur 3 — Meneerke bloem · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.01 / 3

Popularity

Stem plant

fast growing, needs trimming

Availability

Common in shops

Shop availability

IUCN Status

Least Concern

Biotope

South America

Hors bassin amazonien : Paraná, Orénoque, Andes.

Description

Ludwigia sedioides is an amphibious plant with creeping or floating stems. Its leaves are alternate, rhombic, bright green with red veins. It forms dense mats on the surface. Flowers are yellow, solitary. In aquariums, it can be kept floating or planted in the background. Growth is fast under good light. Frequent trimming is needed to control spread.

Habitat

Region :

Swamps, ponds, calm waters

Distribution :

Recommended parameters

Temperature20–28 °C

pH6–7.5

GH3–10 °dGH

KH2–6 °dKH

NO₃

≤ 20 mg/L

PO₄

≤ 2 mg/L

CO₂

≤ 20 mg/L

Light

Medium

Care

Difficulty

1/5

Diet

Photosynthetic

Min. tank

30 L

Min. group

Adult size

30 cm

Lifespan

2 years

Temperament

paisible

Propagation

boutures de tige, division

Care notes

Parameters: temperature 20-28°C, pH 6.0-7.5, GH 3-10, KH 2-6. Moderate to high lighting. CO2 optional but beneficial. Easy plant, fast growth. Ideal for open tanks or ponds. Compatible with surface fish. Liquid fertilizer recommended. Can be used as floating plant for shading.

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