Ludwigia arcuata (Needle Leaf Ludwigia) Live Aquarium Plant – 3 Stems, Requires Soil

Ludwigia Arcuata Aquarium Live Plant Needle Leaf Ludwigia Water Plant for your Aquarium, Fish tank, Guppy Tank Or Pound (3 stems) It's need soil

Ludwigia arcuata (Needle Leaf Ludwigia) is a popular, relatively easy-to-grow, North American stem plant suitable for midground-to-background aquarium placement. It is best known for its narrow leaves that turn bright red or orange under medium-to-high lighting and consistent iron supplementation. It grows moderately fast and can be grown submerged or emersed.

Key Details & Care Requirements

Lighting: Medium to High (essential for deep red colors).

CO2 Injection: Not strictly required but highly recommended for denser, faster growth and intense coloration.

Growth Rate: Moderate to Fast.

Difficulty: Easy to Moderate.

Cultivation Tips

Planting: Plant in groups of at least to create a lush, bushy appearance.

Substrate: Prefers nutrient-rich soil or aquarium substrate.

Pruning: Responds well to frequent pruning; cut the top shoots to encourage side shoots to branch out.

Color Optimization: To achieve a deep crimson/red color, keep nitrate levels low and use iron-rich fertilizers.

Propagation: Very easy to propagate by planting cuttings (top shoots or side branches) into the substrate.