Care specifications
| Type | Stem |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Medium |
| Light | High (40–90 µmol PAR) |
| CO2 | Beneficial, not required |
| Fertilizer demand | Medium |
| Growth rate | Medium |
| Max height | 12 in |
| Spread | 4 in |
| Placement | Midground, Background |
| Attaches to hardscape | No |
| Snail & shrimp safe | Yes |
| Temperature | 68–79 °F |
| pH | 6–7.5 |
| Color | Orange |
| Trimming | Regular |
| Styles | Dutch, Nature |
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Propagation
Trim the top few inches and replant; lateral shoots from the remaining stem can also be cut and rooted once they develop.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get the best pink and orange color from Ludwigia ovalis?
High light is the single biggest factor, backed by CO2 and consistent iron-rich fertilization. Keeping nitrate on the lower side and water a touch cooler also pushes the reds and oranges; in soft light it simply stays green.
Is Ludwigia ovalis a fast or slow grower?
It grows at a moderate pace, slower than stem weeds like Hygrophila, so it holds a shape longer between trims. That makes it well suited to a midground accent rather than a fast-filling background filler.
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