Creeping Primrose-Willow (Ludwigia repens) – Bunch
Ludwigia repens is a planted aquarium staple that adds a burst of red and green to your background.
Creeping Primrose-Willow (Ludwigia repens) is a robust stem plant featuring oval-shaped green leaves with red typically visible on the underside. Emerged growth leaves are more rounded and green in color.
This hardy, fast-growing plant thrives in the middle or background of aquascapes. It can grow well with moderate lighting, though brighter red coloration is possible with higher lighting and proper supplementation, especially iron.
Like most Ludwigia species, it benefits from liquid supplements such as Seachem Flourish, Flourish Excel, Flourish Nitrogen, or similar products.
| Plant Type | Stem plant |
|---|---|
| Leaf Shape | Oval, green with red on underside |
| Light Requirement | Moderate to high (brighter red with higher light) |
| Growth Rate | Fast-growing |
| Supplementation | Iron and nutrient supplements recommended |
FAQ
What is the ideal lighting condition for Creeping Primrose-Willow?
Moderate lighting is sufficient for growth, but brighter red coloration is achieved with higher lighting and proper iron supplementation.
Does this plant require special nutrients?
Yes, it benefits from iron and nutrient supplements such as Seachem Flourish or Flourish Excel for optimal growth and coloration.
Can it grow in the background of an aquarium?
Yes, it is well-suited for the middle or background of an aquascape due to its spreading growth habit and vibrant leaf color.
Sarah Sutherland –
Grew quickly in my 20-gallon tank with moderate lighting. The red undersides of the leaves are very noticeable and add great visual interest. I use Flourish Excel weekly and it helps maintain the color.
Stewart Allan –
Easy to establish and spreads nicely in the background. The green and red contrast works well with my other plants. A bit more red appears after I added iron supplement.
Phil Allan –
Perfect for adding depth to my aquascape. The plant grows fast and stays healthy even with low light. I noticed the red color became more vibrant after a few weeks with consistent nutrient dosing.