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Ludwigia Palustris

Ludwigia palustris

Family: Onagraceae

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Ludwigia Palustris is one of the most accessible red stem plants, displaying green upper leaf surfaces and deep reddish-pink undersides that are visible as the stems wave in current. It is far less demanding than L. arcuata or Super Red Mini, making it an excellent entry-level red plant for tanks with moderate light. Fast growth means it requires regular pruning to maintain shape.

Keeping this species

co2
Beneficial but not essential
light
Medium to high (60–150 PAR)
placement
Background
substrate
Standard or enriched substrate
growth rate
Fast

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Water it likes

ph
6.0–7.5
nitrate
<30 ppm
hardness
2–18 dGH
temperature
64–82°F (18–28°C)

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