Ludwigia palustris ‘Super Red’ – Brilliant Red Stem Aquarium Plant

The Ludwigia palustris ‘Super Red’ is one of the most vibrant and sought-after stem plants in the hobby, known for its intense, deep-red coloration that adds bold contrast to any aquascape. With proper lighting, its compact, oval leaves glow with a fiery red hue from top to bottom, making it a stunning focal point in planted tanks.

This variety is a hardy, fast-growing plant that thrives under medium to high light and benefits from CO₂ and nutrient-rich conditions for the brightest red tones. It’s perfect for midground to background placement and pairs beautifully with green or bronze plants for dramatic visual balance.

🪴 Key Features:

• Intensely red stem plant with compact oval leaves
• Excellent for midground or background placement
• Fast-growing and easy to propagate
• Thrives in medium–high light and CO₂-rich setups
• Great contrast plant for aquascapes

🌡️ Care Guidelines:

• Light: Medium to High
• Temperature: 70°–82°F
• pH: 6.0–7.5
• Placement: Midground to Background
• Growth Rate: Fast

💡 Pro Tip: For the deepest red coloration, provide bright lighting and an iron-rich fertilizer. Trim regularly and replant the tops to maintain dense, bushy growth.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

Q: How is Ludwigia palustris ‘Super Red’ different from regular Ludwigia palustris?
A: ‘Super Red’ has more intense and uniform red coloration from top to bottom, even under moderate lighting.

Q: Does it require CO₂ injection?
A: CO₂ helps enhance color and growth, but it’s not strictly required—it grows well in medium-light tanks too.

Q: Why is my plant turning green instead of red?
A: Color fading is usually caused by low light or nutrient deficiency—boost light and add iron for best results.

Q: How tall does it grow?
A: Typically 8–16 inches tall, depending on trimming frequency and lighting intensity.

Q: Is it safe for shrimp and community fish?
A: Absolutely—safe for shrimp, snails, and all peaceful freshwater fish.