Ludwigia Needle Leaf AKA Arcuata

Needle Leaf Ludwigia is its common name.

The needle leaf ludwigia is a lovely shrub with exquisite green and scarlet foliage. This is a simple to care for plant that adds movement and dimension to the aquarium. Needle leaf plants feature thin, pointed leaves that develop in opposite pairs down the stem. Depending on the amount of iron in the water, the leaves can be green or red. This plant will branch out and offer a bushy filler for the mid- or background of your tank if pruned frequently.

Needle leaf is a multipurpose plant, but to get the desired brilliant red color, sufficient lighting and nutrient levels are required. A high iron concentration will highlight the plant's crimson tones. CO2 injection is not essential for the growing of this plant, however it can aid in its growth. The plant can be grown in either submerged or emersed conditions.

When grown emersed, the leaves are spherical and green, similar to other varieties of Ludwigia. When cultivated in a high-light environment and submerged in an aquarium, the leaves become thin and orange to crimson, depending on the nutrients. The deep red coloration will be enhanced by taking UNS Plant and iron supplements.

Plants can be propagated by taking cuttings from the main stem and replanting them in the substrate.

Family Name: Onagraceae

Origin: North America

Height: 10-20”

pH: 6.5-7.5

Care: Easy

Light: Medium to high

Co2: Not necessary

Propagation: Cuttings

Growth Rate: Moderate