Ludwigia brevipes

Ludwigia brevipes (Long-Leaved Ludwigia)

Add vibrant colour and fine-textured foliage to your planted aquarium with Ludwigia brevipes, an attractive aquatic stem plant known for its narrow, elongated leaves and potential to develop beautiful orange, bronze and reddish tones under strong lighting.

Native to the southeastern United States, Ludwigia brevipes is an excellent midground or background plant that adds height, texture and colour contrast to planted aquascapes. With suitable lighting, nutrients and CO₂ supplementation, it can develop particularly striking colouration.

Care at a Glance:

• Scientific Name: Ludwigia brevipes

• Common Name: Long-Leaved Ludwigia

• Plant Type: Stem plant

• Placement: Middleground / Background

• Growth: Moderate to Fast

• Lighting: Medium to High

• CO₂: Recommended

• Difficulty: Intermediate

• Best For: Planted aquariums, nature aquascapes and high-tech tanks

Why Choose Ludwigia brevipes?

• Attractive narrow, elongated foliage

• Can develop orange, bronze and reddish colouration

• Adds fine texture and contrast to planted aquariums

• Excellent for creating colourful background planting

• Responds well to strong lighting and CO₂ supplementation

• Regular trimming encourages branching and bushier growth

• Creates beautiful contrast alongside green aquatic plants

For best results, provide moderate to strong lighting, regular fertilisation and stable aquarium conditions. CO₂ supplementation is recommended for faster growth and stronger colour development. Trim regularly to encourage branching and maintain a dense, attractive group.

Please note: Aquarium plants are living products and may vary slightly in size, density and appearance depending on their growth stage and growing conditions.