{"product_id":"ludwigia-repens","title":"Ludwigia repens","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Creeping Primrose-Willow (\u003ci\u003eLudwigia repens\u003c\/i\u003e) is an exceptionally popular and adaptable stem plant recognized for its striking reddish-bronze to deep olive-green foliage. Providing vibrant color contrast against traditional bright green background flora, it serves as an effortless way to introduce warm hues into a freshwater aquascape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShort Description \u0026amp; Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eLudwigia repens\u003c\/i\u003e features opposite, lance-shaped leaves that transition from rich green to intense orange-red depending on light intensity and nutrient availability. Boasting a fast growth rate and a sturdy vertical habit, it acts as a reliable background or midground anchor. It is widely regarded as one of the best introductory plants for beginners looking to experiment with colorful stem species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Product Highlights:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ci\u003eLudwigia repens\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreeping Ludwigia, Red Ludwigia, Creeping Primrose-Willow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlacement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMidground to Background\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare Level\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEasy (Beginner-friendly)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eMax Height\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12 to 20 inches (30 to 50 cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eLighting Demand\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModerate to High (Higher light yields deeper red coloration)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemp: 60°F–82°F (15°C–28°C) | pH: 5.5–7.5 | KH: 2–15\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetailed Beginner Care Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e1. Placement \u0026amp; Aquascaping\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause of its tall stature and thick branching stems, \u003ci\u003eLudwigia repens\u003c\/i\u003e is traditionally planted in groups along the midground or background of the aquarium to create lush Dutch-style rows or colorful color blocks. It also works brilliantly as a focal point behind green-tinted foreground plants, drawing the eye upward and creating a strong sense of depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e2. Lighting \u0026amp; Coloration\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile \u003ci\u003eLudwigia repens\u003c\/i\u003e can survive in lower-light environments, its trademark reddish tones require moderate-to-high lighting intensity to fully develop. Under lower light, the leaves tend to remain more greenish-brown. Supplementing with iron-rich liquid fertilizers further enhances and intensifies the fiery pigmentation of the upper canopy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e3. Propagation \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePropagation is exceptionally straightforward for beginners: simply use sharp aquascaping scissors to cut a healthy stem top (at least 4 to 6 inches long) and replant the cutting directly into the substrate. The original stem will quickly branch out from the cut, creating a denser, bushier appearance. Routine pruning is essential to maintain clean background lines and prevent lower shaded leaves from decaying.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57069302219092,"sku":"ST010872","price":4.8,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1052\/5828\/7444\/files\/Ludwigiarepens.jpg?v=1788872898","url":"https:\/\/www.tropicalmarineaquatic.com\/products\/ludwigia-repens","provider":"Tropical Marine Aquatic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}