Ludwigia Ovalis
$14.00
Ludwigia Ovalis
10 Stems
Ideal Water Parameters & Requirements
- Temperature: 15–28°C (50–82°F)
- pH Range: 5.5 to 8.0
- Lighting: Medium to High (higher light intensifies pink/orange hues)
- CO2 Injection: Not required, but promotes faster and more robust growth
- Placement: Midground or background
Care & Maintenance
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Ideal Care Requirements
- Placement: Midground to background in freshwater aquariums.
- Lighting: Medium to high lighting is required to bring out intense red and orange hues.
- CO₂ and Fertilizers: CO₂ is not strictly required for survival, but injection and regular liquid fertilizers dramatically improve growth density and coloration.
- Water Parameters: Temperature of 18–28°C (64–82°F) and pH levels between 6.0 and 7.5
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Growth Rate: Fast to very fast; regularly produces side shoots for a dense, bushy look.
- Nutrients: Benefits from a good supply of micronutrients and iron to enhance coloration.
- Propagation: Easily propagated by cutting healthy top or lateral stems (5–10 cm) and replanting them directly into the substrate.