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Ludwigia Pantanal
Ludwigia inclinata var. verticillata 'Pantanal'
Plantae›Tracheophyta›Magnoliopsida›Myrtales›Onagraceae
📍 South America
Wide, wavy leaves that turn deep red to purple under intense light. Creates a dramatic focal point. One of the most coveted high-tech plants.
Tank Mates
Gentle algae grazers that won't damage plant tissue and help maintain tank cleanliness
Efficient algae eaters that respect plant structure and thrive in high-tech planted setups
Small, peaceful fish that won't uproot or damage delicate stems and add visual contrast
Algae-eating fish that graze on biofilm without harming plant leaves
Complementary stem plant with similar high-light requirements; creates layered aquascaping
Low-light foreground plant that pairs well in high-tech layouts; provides structural contrast
Common Diseases
Nutrient Deficiency (Iron/Macronutrient)
Yellowing or pale leaves, stunted growth, loss of red coloration despite adequate light
Increase liquid fertilizer dosing; test water parameters and adjust macro/micro nutrient ratios; consider adding chelated iron supplements
Algae Overgrowth (Green/Black Spot)
Green film or black spots on leaves, reduced photosynthesis, plant decline
Reduce photoperiod to 8-10 hours daily; increase water changes; add algae-eating shrimp or fish; maintain stable CO2 and nutrient balance
Melting (Tissue Decay)
Leaves become translucent, mushy, and disintegrate; stems weaken
Improve water quality with frequent partial changes; ensure adequate CO2 injection (30-40 ppm); increase light intensity; check for ammonia/nitrite spikes
Slow Growth/Stunting
Minimal new leaf development, small leaves, weak stems despite adequate light
Verify CO2 levels are 25-40 ppm; increase all-in-one fertilizer dosing; ensure water temperature is 24-28°C; check for substrate nutrient depletion
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Quick Facts
- co2
- required
- lighting
- very high
- placement
- midground/background
- difficulty
- hard
- growthRate
- moderate