Ludwigia Glandulosa - Live Aquarium Plants Tropical Aquascaping Aquatic Nano Lincolnshire Pond Plants

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Ludwigia glandulosa is a popular aquarium plant known for its vibrant reddish-purple leaves. Here are its key characteristics:

• Type: It is a species of aquatic plant belonging to the family Onagraceae.

• Appearance: Ludwigia glandulosa is recognized for its lance-shaped leaves that range in color from green in lower light conditions to deep red or purple under higher light intensity. The leaves grow opposite each other along the stem.
• Size: It can grow up to 20-50 centimeters (8-20 inches) in height, depending on the conditions.
• Habitat: Native to North and Central America, it is commonly found in marshy areas, ponds, and slow-moving water bodies.
• Light Requirements: It thrives in high to very high light conditions. Adequate light is crucial for bringing out the plant's vibrant coloration.
• Water Conditions: Ludwigia glandulosa prefers soft to moderately hard water with a slightly acidic to neutral pH level.
• Growth Rate: It is a fast-growing plant, which means it may require regular trimming to maintain its desired shape.
• Placement: This plant is suitable for mid-ground to background placement in an aquarium. It can also be used as a striking focal point due to its vivid coloration.
• Propagation: It can be propagated by cuttings. Simply trim healthy stems and replant them in the substrate.
• Tank Compatibility: Ludwigia glandulosa is compatible with a wide range of fish species and is generally not known to be palatable to herbivores.
• Benefits: In addition to its aesthetic appeal, Ludwigia glandulosa can contribute to the overall health of the aquarium by assisting in nutrient uptake and providing shelter for small fish and invertebrates.
• Maintenance: Regular pruning will help control its growth and maintain its shape. It's important to remove any dead or decaying leaves to prevent them from negatively impacting water quality.

• Note: While Ludwigia glandulosa is a versatile and visually striking plant, it may require a nutrient-rich substrate and regular dosing of liquid fertilizers to achieve its best coloration.

Important

Plants are incubated in a solution of 0.01% of the insecticide Buprafezin for one hour (Please do not just drop these in a shrimp tank or with any other crustacean. To use these within a tank please wash in water with baking soda under light. These are treated to remove the insecticide but there are cases where this has not been fully removed causing casualty's in crustacean. (Any issues please contact us we will sort ASAP)