Plants in genus ludwigia
Ludwigia palustris
Ludwigia palustris is an aquatic or semiaquatic perennial herb with green to red or purple leaves. It grows in moist to wet areas and is native to parts of the Americas, making it a versatile addition to water gardens.
Ludwigia maritima
Ludwigia maritima is a summer-flowering plant native to the southeastern US coastal areas. It forms a shrubby clump with upright cinnamon-red stems and small green willow-like leaves. The plant is adorned with hundreds of small, bright yellow flowers that attract bumblebees. Thriving in half-day sun, it is commonly found in low pinelands and wet ditches, adding vibrant color to naturalized garden settings.
Ludwigia repens
Ludwigia repens, or creeping primrose-willow, is a popular aquatic plant native to the Americas. It features oval leaves that can turn gold, orange, or red under high lighting and nutrient conditions. This adaptable plant can be grown submerged or emersed and is easy to propagate by cuttings, making it ideal for aquariums.
Ludwigia ovalis 'Pink'
Ludwigia ovalis 'Pink' is a fast-growing aquatic plant native to the southeastern United States. Its oval leaves can turn reddish-pink under high lighting, making it ideal for aquariums.
Ludwigia glandulosa
Ludwigia glandulosa is an amphibious plant from the southeastern United States, known for its green leaves with red undersides. It requires high lighting and nutrient levels, and can be grown submersed or emersed, producing yellow flowers when emersed.
Ludwigia brevipes
Ludwigia brevipes is an aquatic plant native to the southeastern American coast, known for its fast growth and long, slender, reddish leaves. It thrives in warm water environments with moderate to high light and benefits from added nutrients. This plant is suitable for aquariums and develops orange-red tips under certain conditions.
Ludwigia senegalensis
Ludwigia senegalensis is a rare aquarium plant with a red vein-like pattern on its leaves. It requires medium to high light and CO2, thriving in nutrient-rich substrates. This stem plant is easy to propagate through cuttings.
Ludwigia palustris 'Green'
Ludwigia palustris 'Green' is a beautiful stem plant, parent to Ludwigia sp. Super Red, known for its strong, fast-growing nature. It is an eye-catching addition to the middle or background of aquariums, thriving in nutrient-rich environments with high lighting.
Ludwigia arcuata
Ludwigia arcuata is an aquatic plant with delicate green and red leaves that change color based on iron levels in the water. It can be grown submerged or emersed, with high lighting enhancing its red hue. This plant is easy to care for and suitable for midground or background placement in aquariums.
Ludwigia inclinata var. verticillata 'Atlantis'
This plant has green, pink to red stems and yellow-striped variegated leaves that turn orange and reddish when submerged. It is easy to grow with a medium growth rate and requires medium to high lighting.
Ludwigia sedioides
Ludwigia sedioides is an aquatic plant native to Brazil and Venezuela, known for its diamond-shaped leaves with jagged red edges that float on the water's surface. It blooms small yellow flowers from June to August and requires a large tank in aquariums. This plant spreads easily in warm water with full light and can be invasive in some regions.
Ludwigia inclinata 'Red Skeleton'
Ludwigia inclinata 'Red Skeleton' is a rare mutation of Ludwigia repens 'Rubin', featuring red stems and variegated leaves with a green upper surface and red underside. It turns deep red when grown submerged and is easy to grow even in moderate lighting. This plant is suitable for beginners and does not require CO2 supplementation.
Ludwigia repens 'Rubin'
Ludwigia repens 'Rubin' is an aquatic plant ideal for aquariums, known for its larger leaf structure and intense red hue. It is adaptable to low-light conditions and does not require CO2 supplementation, making it easy to care for. This plant is suitable for midground or background placement in aquariums, providing a vibrant splash of color. Ludwigia repens 'Rubin' is easy to propagate through trimming, making it a popular choice for aquarists. Its adaptability and striking appearance make it a favorite among those looking to enhance their aquatic environments.
Ludwigia ovalis
Ludwigia ovalis is a versatile aquatic plant known for its vibrant color variations, ranging from gold to red, depending on lighting and nutrient conditions. It features oval leaves that grow in alternating pairs along a tilted stem, adding a splash of color to aquascapes. High lighting and nutrient levels, particularly iron, enhance its bright red tones. This plant can be grown both submersed and emersed, and it propagates easily through cuttings, making it a popular choice for aquarium enthusiasts.
Ludwigia palustris 'Super Red'
Ludwigia palustris 'Super Red' is an aquatic stem plant known for its vibrant colors, ranging from gold to red. It features oval leaves in alternating pairs and thrives in moderate light conditions. While CO2 is not necessary, high iron content enhances its red tones. This plant can grow submersed or emersed and is ideal for background areas of aquariums. It requires regular pruning due to its prolific growth and is a popular choice for aquarists seeking a colorful addition to their tanks.
Ludwigia palustris 'Red'
Ludwigia palustris 'Red' is an aquatic plant with pale red leaves and unique oval edges. It requires high lighting and nutrient levels to achieve its deep red coloration. This fast-growing plant can be cultivated both submersed and emersed, and is easily propagated by cuttings.
Ludwigia inclinata
Ludwigia inclinata is a highly variable aquatic plant native to Central and South America, known for its striking color transitions from green to orange, yellow, and deep red. It thrives in medium to high light conditions and benefits from micronutrients and high iron content to enhance its red tones. This plant can be grown both submersed and emersed, making it a versatile choice for aquariums.
Ludwigia 'Crystal'
Ludwigia 'Crystal' is an aquatic plant with wide, submerged leaves that vary in color from dark orange to deep red. It thrives in high light intensity, high nutrients, and high CO2 environments, making it suitable for aquariums. This plant grows quickly and is easy to propagate.
Ludwigia inclinata var. verticillata 'Cuba'
Ludwigia inclinata var. verticillata 'Cuba' is an aquatic plant native to the Isle of Youth, Cuba. It can grow emersed or submerged, with ovulate green leaves above water and red and orange marbled leaves below. This fast-growing plant requires high light, CO2, and nutrients, and is suitable for aquariums.