• Stem plant
  • Easy
  • Medium–high light
  • CO₂: not needed

Ludwigia palustris 'Super Red'

Ludwigia 'Super Red' · Ludwigia palustris

Easy stem plant for medium and high light. It grows without added CO₂. It is used in the midground and background. Growth is fast, and it is rated easy to keep.

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Ludwigia palustris Super Red stems with deep red leaves in a home aquarium
Ludwigia palustris Super Red stems with deep red leaves in a home aquarium

At a glance

Plant type
Stem plant Midground, Background
Light
Medium, High
CO₂
Not needed
Difficulty
Easy Growth rate: Fast
Height
7–19 in (18–48 cm)
Water
Not recorded pH 5.5–7.5
Leaf color
  • Red
Propagation
Cuttings, Side shoots
Botanical name
Ludwigia palustris 'Super Red'

In the tank

Our sources don't record anything else about this plant in the tank.

Origin

Native to North America and Worldwide

Sources

Where to buy

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    $13.99Checked Nov 14, 2026

Prices checked Nov 14, 2026.

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  • Ludwigia palustris Super Red stems with deep red leaves in a home aquarium
    Ludwigia palustris Super Red stems with deep red leaves in a home aquarium

Questions

Does Ludwigia palustris 'Super Red' need strong light?

Ludwigia palustris 'Super Red' grows in medium or high light.

Does Ludwigia palustris 'Super Red' need CO₂?

No. Ludwigia palustris 'Super Red' grows without added CO₂.

Where does Ludwigia palustris 'Super Red' go in the tank?

Ludwigia palustris 'Super Red' is used in the midground and background.

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