Care specifications
| Type | Stem |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Light | Medium (35–70 µmol PAR) |
| CO2 | Beneficial, not required |
| Fertilizer demand | Medium |
| Growth rate | Medium |
| Max height | 8 in |
| Spread | 3 in |
| Placement | Foreground, Midground |
| Attaches to hardscape | No |
| Snail & shrimp safe | Yes |
| Temperature | 64–82 °F |
| pH | 6–7.5 |
| Color | Red |
| Trimming | Regular |
| Styles | Dutch, Nature |
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Propagation
Top and replant; frequent trimming multiplies side shoots and keeps the bush dense and low.
Frequently asked questions
Does Ludwigia Super Red Mini really stay red in a low-tech tank?
Mostly, yes. The cultivar was selected for pigment, so even at medium light the new growth comes in red rather than green. Without CO2 it grows slower and the lower leaves may dull, but the tops keep their color — something few red plants manage.
How do I keep Super Red Mini compact?
Trim early and often. Cutting stems back by a third every couple of weeks forces branching at the base, building a tight red mound a few inches tall instead of sparse vertical stems. Replant the trimmings to widen the patch.
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