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Ludwigia White
Ludwigia palustris 'White'
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.
Tank Mates
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