Ludwigia Repens
Ludwigia repens
Check Ludwigia RepensLudwigia Repens is a colorful stem plant whose leaves range from olive green to deep red depending on light intensity and nutrient availability. Under high light with iron supplementation, the leaves turn a gorgeous wine-red that provides striking contrast in a planted tank. It is one of the easier red plants to grow and does not strictly require CO2, though supplementation enhances its color.
Lighting
Medium to high
CO2
Not required
Growth Rate
Moderate to fast
Placement
Midground to background
Difficulty
intermediate
Recommended Products
Everything you need to grow Ludwigia Repens in your planted tank.
Accessories
Seachem Flourish Liquid Fertilizer
Comprehensive liquid fertilizer rich in iron that Ludwigia Repens needs to develop its deep wine-red coloration. Regular dosing combined with moderate to high lighting transforms the leaves from olive green to a stunning red contrasting beautifully against green plants.
Tropica Premium Nutrition Liquid Fertilizer
All-in-one liquid fertilizer with the high iron content Ludwigia Repens demands for deep red coloration. Daily dosing in planted tanks provides the complete macro and micronutrient profile this fast-growing stem plant consumes rapidly.
CO2 Systems
CO2Art Pro-SE Series CO2 Regulator
Pressurized CO2 unlocks the full red potential of Ludwigia Repens. Without CO2, growth is slow and coloration remains a dull green-red. With consistent CO2 delivery from the Pro-SE, stems grow quickly with vivid, uniform crimson-red leaves throughout.