{"product_id":"ludwigia-natans","title":"Ludwigia natans","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd warm colour and beautiful contrast to your planted aquarium with Ludwigia natans, an attractive stem plant known for its green upper leaves and subtle red-orange tones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLudwigia natans is best suited to the background of planted aquariums, where its upright growth can create depth and structure. Its contrasting foliage works beautifully alongside green plants, rocks and driftwood, making it a versatile choice for natural and Dutch-style aquascapes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare at a Glance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Scientific Name: Ludwigia natans\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Common Name: Ludwigia natans\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Plant Type: Stem plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Placement: Background\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Growth: Moderate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Lighting: Medium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• CO₂: Not required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Difficulty: Easy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Best For: Planted tanks and aquascapes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Choose Ludwigia natans?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Attractive green and red-orange foliage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Easy to grow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Suitable for low-tech aquariums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Adds colour and contrast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Great for background planting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Easy to shape with regular trimming\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor best results, provide consistent medium lighting, regular nutrients and stable aquarium conditions. CO₂ supplementation is optional and can encourage stronger growth and fuller foliage. Trim regularly to maintain a neat and attractive shape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note: Aquarium plants are living products and may vary slightly in size, density and appearance depending on their growth stage and growing conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AquaPlant Culture","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67697804083360,"sku":"PLT-0077","price":14.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0491\/7942\/6976\/files\/Screenshot2026-10-15165331.png?v=1792043625","url":"https:\/\/newtownaquarium.com.au\/products\/ludwigia-natans","provider":"Newtown Aquarium AU","version":"1.0","type":"link"}