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Ludwigia White
Ludwigia palustris 'White'
Also known as White Ludwigia
Plantae›Tracheophyta›Magnoliopsida›Myrtales›Onagraceae
📍 Captive-bred (hybrid)
Rare albino Ludwigia with creamy white leaves and pink-tinged tips. Lacks chlorophyll in white portions — needs precise conditions to thrive.
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Compatible Livestock
Gentle algae grazers that won't damage delicate white foliage; help maintain tank cleanliness
Small, non-destructive shrimp that won't uproot or damage the slow-growing plant
Peaceful algae eaters that respect plants and help control biofilm on leaves
Companion stem plant with similar high-light requirements; creates attractive contrast with white coloration
Foreground plant that shares similar nutrient and CO2 demands; complements midground placement
Peaceful fish but may uproot plants while foraging; requires careful tank layout to protect delicate stems
Common Diseases
Nutrient Deficiency (Iron/Trace Elements)
Yellowing or bleaching of green portions; stunted growth; loss of pink coloration at leaf tips
Increase trace element fertilizer dosing; perform 25% water change and resume regular supplementation schedule; test water parameters
Algae Overgrowth
Green or brown algae coating leaves; reduced light penetration; plant appears smothered
Increase water circulation; reduce photoperiod to 8-10 hours daily; add algae-eating shrimp; manually remove affected leaves; maintain consistent CO2 levels
Melting/Tissue Necrosis
White or translucent patches on leaves; stems becoming mushy; rapid deterioration of new growth
Check CO2 levels (should be 20-30 ppm); verify lighting is 8-10 hours daily at 60+ PAR; ensure fertilizer dosing is adequate; remove dead tissue immediately to prevent decay
Stunted Growth/Chlorosis
Minimal new growth; pale or washed-out coloration; leaves smaller than normal
Verify high lighting (60+ PAR minimum); confirm CO2 injection is functioning; increase macronutrient fertilizer; check water parameters for imbalances; ensure substrate contains root tabs
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Quick Facts
- co2
- required
- lighting
- high
- placement
- midground
- difficulty
- hard
- growthRate
- slow
Water it likes
- ph
- 6.0–7.5
- hardness
- 2–15 dGH
- temperature
- 64–79°F (18–26°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Not legal advice, and possibly incomplete or out of date.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.