Kaiser Aquatics Ludwigia Glandulosa

🌿 Ludwigia Glandulosa Care Guide

🔍 Overview

• Common Name: Ludwigia Glandulosa, Purple Ludwigia

• Scientific Name: Ludwigia glandulosa

• Origin: North America (mainly southeastern U.S.)

• Difficulty: Moderate to advanced

• Growth Rate: Slow to moderate

• Placement: Background or midground focal point

• Light Requirements: High

• CO₂ Requirements: Strongly recommended

🌱 Tank Requirements

• Tank Size: 10 gallons and up (best in 20+ gallons)

• Water Temperature: 72–82°F (22–28°C)

• pH: 5.5–7.5 (prefers slightly acidic)

• Hardness: Soft to moderately hard (3–8 dGH)

💡 Lighting

• Requires high light to maintain deep red or purple coloration.

• In low to medium light, leaves may turn greenish or become dull.

• Ensure full-spectrum lighting (including red/blue) for best results.

🧪 CO₂ & Fertilization

• CO₂ injection is highly recommended to maintain healthy growth and vibrant color.

• Requires a nutrient-rich substrate or supplement with root tabs.

• Benefits from liquid fertilizers, especially iron and micronutrients.

• Be cautious with nutrient imbalances — it’s sensitive to deficiency.

✂️ Maintenance

• Trimming: Trim tops when stems become too tall or leggy. New growth will emerge from lower nodes.

• Propagation: Simply cut the top portion of a healthy stem and replant — it roots easily.

• Avoid frequent uprooting as it doesn’t like being disturbed too often.

🌾 Growth Behavior

• Grows upright with deep red to purple leaves, especially under ideal conditions.

• Adds vertical drama and bold contrast in Dutch-style aquascapes.

• Usually slow to start but becomes fuller with proper care.