Ludwigia Repens

Ludwigia Repens

A classic stem plant that transforms with color underwater

Ludwigia Repens is a well-loved aquarium plant, admired for its adaptability and the vibrant transformation it undergoes when transitioned from emersed to submerged growth. At Aquarium Plants Factory’s nursery, we cultivate this variety in its emersed form, where the leaves retain a healthy green color and the stems grow slightly thicker—ensuring robust, transplant-ready specimens.

Once planted in a nutrient-rich aquarium with moderate to high lighting, Ludwigia Repens begins its remarkable color change, developing hues that range from warm orange to deep red. This natural color shift adds a vivid splash of contrast and brings life to midground or background areas in your aquascape.

🌿 Key Features:

• Scientific Name: Ludwigia Repens

• Family: Onagraceae

• Growth Form: Stem plant with opposite leaves

• Coloration: Green in emersed form; orange to red when submerged

• Growth Rate: Moderate to fast under ideal conditions

• Placement: Midground to background

• Ease of Care: Easy; great for beginners and seasoned aquascapers alike

💡 Optimal Growing Conditions:

• Lighting: Medium to high (intensity enhances red coloration)

• Substrate: Nutrient-rich substrate recommended

• CO₂: Not required, but promotes faster, more vibrant growth

• Water Parameters:
  • pH: 6.0–7.5
  • Temperature: 68–82°F (20–28°C)

🌱 Aquascaping Benefits:

• Adds vertical depth and warm coloration to planted aquariums

• Ideal for Dutch-style layouts and contrast planting

• Pairs beautifully with green foreground or carpeting plants

🔁 Propagation:

Easily propagated by cutting healthy stems and replanting them into the substrate. Each node has the potential to root and grow into a new plant.

📦 What You’ll Receive:

Enhance your aquarium with our versatile selection of high-quality aquatic plants, available in three convenient formats:

• Fresh-Cut Plants: Includes approximately 6 loose, fresh-cut stems without roots. Perfect for flexible planting arrangements.
• Fresh-Cut Bunched: Approximately 6 fresh-cut stems without roots, bundled with foam and a plant weight for easy placement.
• Fresh-Cut Potted: About 6 fresh-cut stems without roots, securely potted in a net pot with rockwool, ensuring stability and healthy growth.

⚠️ State Restrictions Notice ♻️ Be a Responsible Aquatic Plants Owner

Before purchasing, please ensure Ludwigia Repens is not restricted in your state. Always dispose of plant matter responsibly to avoid impacting native ecosystems.