Ludwigia arcuata

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Description

Ludwigia arcuata is one of the most delicatelooking Ludwigia species. It is widely spread in aquaristics and originates in the southeast of the USA, where it grows creeping or submersed along rivers and on the edges of ponds. It is also found in boggy areas.L arcuata is as easy as propagating any stem plant, and as this species tends to have lots of lateral shoots they just have to be cut off and re-planted. You can also take cuttings of the top shoot. Due to its delicate structure, L. arcuata ought to be planted in groups of at least 6 stems.

Plant Type

Growth Rate

Light Demand

CO2

 

Planting Instructions

  1. Remove the label
  2. Remove the rock wool together with the plant from the net pot
  3. Remove the rock wool from the root system , take care not to break or tear the larger roots while doing this
  4. Plant the stems using tweezers into the substrate

Transitioning process – emersed to submersed growth in your aquarium

  • Provide good water conditions for your plants
  • Dose a respectable aquatic fertilizer for your plants , follow the instructions from the manufacturer
  • Provide the correct lighting spectrum , based on the plants needs
  • Prune dead leaves and stems constantly
  • A Co2 system is a good addition into your aquarium for the plants to flourish
  • Conduct 20-30% water changed once a week to ensure good water conditions
  • Patience is key for the transition to take place

In a few days, after placing your plants in the aquarium you will notice some of the leaves start to melt and fall away.

This means the transition process has started. Please note the plants might look DEAD, but they are fully alive, so do not panic. After a few days you will notice new growth will appear and the plant will fully change its form into submersed growth. Continuous trimming and fertilization is needed for the plants to thrive in your aquarium. All plants have specific needs but if you follow the general instructions on our labels the plant will transition well and will eventually succeed and prosper in your aquarium.

 

Common names Piedmont primrose willow
Synonyms Ludwigia pedunculosa Michaux
Complete botanical name Ludwígia arcuáta Walter
Family Onagraceae
Genus Ludwigia
Difficulty easy
Usage Accent (red), Midground, Nano tanks
Aquascaping well-branched, bushy, very colourful plant for accents
Growth fast
pH value 4 – 7
Temperature tolerance 12 – 28°C
Carbonate hardness 2 – 15°dKH
General hardness 0 – 30°dGH
Propagation Cuttings
Can grow emersed? yes
Source Flowgrow

 

Additional information

Weight 0,00 kg
Dimensions 0,00 × 0,00 × 0,00 cm

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