0091 Red Ludwigia Repens Aquarium Plant

The amphibious Red Ludwigia can be identified by its spade-shaped leaves with dark green tops and reddish bottoms. Sometimes called "Water Primrose," the plant needs moderate or substantial lighting and a vitamin-enriched substrate for its leaves to thrive. Red Ludwigia is ideally used in an aquarium's middle ground, though it can also serve as a background plant in smaller aquariums.

• Aquatic
• Maximum height: 18"
• Green and reddish leaves
• Tank placement: Middle ground, background
• Water temperature: 72-78° F
• Can grow fully or partially submersed

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Things to remember:

Water temperature:

Aquatic plants require a tropical community aquarium with water temperaturesranging between 72-78º F (22-26º C). Use an aquarium heater to maintainwater temperature.

Adding plants:

Whether you're just starting your aquarium or introducing new plants into your tank, make sure to add only one or two plants at a time.

Lighting:

Most tropical plants require sunlight each day, year round. The duration and consistency are essential for plants to thrive. Natural aquariums must be equipped with the means to provide 12 hours of simulated sunlight each day.

Plant fertilizer:

Fertilizer should only be added according to the dosage instructions on the label, and only when needed (as in the case of a water change). Plants will grow best if fertilized moderately and regularly after water changes rather than given larger quantities of fertilizer on a less-regular basis.

Fish and plants:

Small schooling fish are highly recommended for a natural planted aquarium; larger fish often uproot plants. The adult size and eating habitats of a fish should always be taken into consideration.