Ludwigia Repens
Ludwigia repens
Onagraceae
PlantsDifficulty: ●●○○○Data: well-established
About
Ludwigia repens is a popular, hardy stem plant native to North and Central America, prized for the warm gold, orange and red tones its rounded leaves develop under stronger light. Undemanding and fast-growing, it roots readily in substrate and rewards a little extra light, iron and CO2 with vivid colour, making it one of the best red plants for beginners.
Care
Plant stems in nutrient-rich substrate towards the mid or background, give medium-to-strong light plus iron for red tones, and trim regularly. CO2 is optional but boosts colour and growth.
Diet
Feeds from both its roots and the water column; benefits from a complete liquid fertiliser and iron dosing, with root tabs helping the deeper, redder growth.