Ludwigia palustris – "Super Red" (Aquarium Plant / Stem Plant) 1 Cutting

Characteristics:

• Type: Ludwigia palustris
• Variant: Super Red
• Color: Intense red to deep dark red foliage under optimal conditions; young shoots often particularly vibrant
• Growth habit: Fine-feathered, upright stem plant with dense leaf growth
• Growth height: Approx. 20–50 cm
• Light requirement: Medium to high – strong lighting promotes red coloration
• CO₂ requirement: Medium to high recommended for best growth and color intensity
• Growth: Medium to fast

Care instructions:
The Ludwigia palustris "Super Red" is a popular red stem plant for aquascapes. For its intense red coloration, it needs sufficient light and good nutrient supply (especially iron). CO₂ supplementation is recommended to achieve compact growth and vibrant colors. Regular pruning promotes a bushy, dense form.

Special features:

• Very intense red coloration under optimal conditions
• Perfect for strong color accents in the aquascape
• Easily shaped by regular pruning
• Ideal for midground to background
• Popular in natural aquariums and layouts with contrast plants