Ludwigia peruensis 'ABC'
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Ludwigia peruensis 'ABC' brings standout color to a planted tank while staying practical to grow, making it a fun choice for aquascapes that need a bright accent. CO₂ really helps it shine and grow steadily.
Care At-A-Glance
Difficulty: Moderate
Type: Stem
Size: 7 - 20+ cm in height
Position and Usage: Foreground Midground - Background placement in very small tanks
CO2 Requirements: Recommended
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
Lighting: 3/5 - 5/5
Water Conditions: 20 - 28° C - tolerant of a wide variety of water chemistry
Propagation/Reproduction: Cuttings Emersed growth: Naturally amphibious plant that grows very well in terrariums, plaudariums, vivariums or Wabi Kusa
Detailed Information
Overview
Ludwigia peruensis 'ABC' (Red Star Ludwigia, Water Poinsetta, previously known as Ludwigia glandulosa ) This cultivar of Ludwigia peruensis is possibly the single reddest plant you can get for your aquarium ; it's leaves and stems turn an almost scarlet color in good conditions.
Unlike the common variety where only the leaf bottoms turn red, this cultivar will produce bright red pigmentation on both the upper and lower sides of the leaf blade as well as the stem itself. It is also considerably easier to grow than some varieties of Ludwigia peruensis .
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