Dennerle Ludwigia inclinata var.verticillata

Description

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The beautiful Ludwigia inclinata var. verticillata is native to Central America and is one of the most colorful stem plants. The emerse growth form is very compact and pure green. In optimal conditions the plant in the submerged form is a “firework” in the aquarium. In order to admire this, some parameters are necessary such as soft water, a balanced diet, as well as a high amount of CO2. With an Intense lighting it produces beautiful shades of orange-red to violet-red.

Plant Profile

Genus:
Ludwigia

Species:
inclinata var. verticillata

Family:
Onagraceae

Origin:
South America

Light:
strong

Temperature:
20-28°C

Growth rate:
fast

Area:
Background

Height:
up to 50cm

pH:
4-7

Water hardness:
very soft to moderate

Co2:
20 -30mg/L

Propagation:
head cuttings, side shoots