Description
Ludwigia repens is an aquatic plant known for its aesthetic appeal and ease of care. Its features include a creeping stem that can develop red or green leaves depending on lighting, and its benefits include adding color to aquariums, improving water quality by oxygenating it, providing shelter for small organisms, and having edible leaves and shoots. It is a versatile plant for aquascaping, functioning as a background or mid-ground plant, and can be easily propagated by cuttings.
Features
Appearance: A stem plant that can grow between 20 and 50 cm long.
Color: Can be green, but often develops reddish hues, especially under high-intensity lighting.
Growth Habit: Creeping stem with stems that root at the nodes. It produces many side shoots, becoming bushier when trimmed
Growth Rate: Fast-growing, especially with adequate lighting and nutrients.
Habitat: Can be grown in a substrate or floate
Aesthetics: Adds striking color and a lush appearance to aquariums, functioning as a background or mid-ground plant.
Water Quality: Acts as an oxygenator and helps balance oxygen and carbon dioxide levels in the water.
Ecosystem Support: Provides a natural refuge for small aquatic organisms.
Culinary Use: The leaves and shoots are edible and are used as a vegetable in some regions.
Ease of Care: A beginner-friendly plant that is adaptable to various condit Lighting: Prefers moderate to high light for best red coloration, though it can grow under low-intensity lighting.Temperature: Thrives in temperatures between
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