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Ludwigia Senegalensis
Ludwigia senegalensis
Also known as Guinea Ludwigia, Senegal Ludwigia
Plantae›Tracheophyta›Magnoliopsida›Myrtales›Onagraceae
📍 West Africa
Broad diamond-shaped leaves with intense red coloration and dark spotting. A showpiece plant that requires expert care and strong lighting.
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Compatible Livestock
Gentle algae grazers that won't damage delicate plant tissues or uproot stems
Small, non-destructive shrimp that help control algae without harming the plant
Peaceful algae eaters that graze on plant surfaces without causing damage
Complementary foreground plant with similar high-light requirements and slow growth
Hardy companion plant with contrasting leaf shape; thrives in same high-light conditions
Peaceful bottom-dweller that won't uproot or consume the plant; appreciates planted environment
Common Diseases
Nutrient Deficiency (Iron/Macronutrient)
Yellowing or pale leaves, stunted growth, loss of red coloration, interveinal chlorosis
Increase fertilizer dosing with emphasis on iron and macronutrients; perform 25% water change and retest nutrient levels weekly
Algae Overgrowth
Green or brown algae coating leaves, reduced light penetration, plant appears smothered
Reduce photoperiod to 8-10 hours daily, increase water changes, add algae-eating shrimp or fish, manually remove affected leaves
Melting/Tissue Decay
Leaves become translucent, mushy stems, rapid leaf loss, foul odor from substrate
Improve water circulation, increase CO2 injection, reduce photoperiod temporarily, perform 50% water change, remove decaying tissue
Slow/Stunted Growth
Minimal new leaf development, small leaves, pale coloration despite adequate lighting
Verify CO2 levels (30-40 ppm ideal), increase fertilizer dosing, ensure substrate contains root tabs, check water parameters for toxins
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Quick Facts
- co2
- required
- lighting
- very high
- placement
- midground
- difficulty
- hard
- growthRate
- slow
Water it likes
- ph
- 6.0–7.2
- hardness
- 2–8 dGH
- temperature
- 75–82°F (24–28°C)
Legality
No state or federal restrictions on record for this species.
Not legal advice, and possibly incomplete or out of date. Rules vary by state and locality and change over time — always confirm the current regulations with your state wildlife or agriculture agency before buying, keeping, or shipping this species.