🌿 Ludwigia Brevipes (Needle Leaf Repens)

Ludwigia Brevipes, commonly known as Needle Leaf Repens, is a captivating stem plant admired for its fine, narrow leaves and striking color transformation. At Aquarium Plants Factory’s nursery, this plant is grown in its emersed form with slender green foliage. Once transitioned into a submerged aquarium environment, Ludwigia Brevipes develops vibrant red to reddish-orange tones, especially under strong lighting and with proper nutrients. Its delicate, needle-like appearance makes it a unique choice for aquascaping enthusiasts.

🌟 Key Features

• Scientific Name: Ludwigia Brevipes

• Common Name: Needle Leaf Repens

• Color Transformation: Green emersed leaves turn brilliant red to reddish-orange under aquarium conditions.

• Growth Habit: Slender, needle-like stems perfect for midground to background aquascapes.

• Highlight Plant: Adds contrast, texture, and a vibrant splash of color to planted tanks.

🌱 Growth & Propagation

• Lighting Needs: Moderate to high; higher light enhances red coloration.

• CO₂ & Fertilizers: Beneficial for best coloration and robust growth.

• Growth Method: Stem plant; trim and replant cuttings to propagate.

• Nutrient Substrate: Not required, but enriched substrate or root tabs promote stronger growth.

• Can Be Grown Emersed: Yes.

🖼️ Aquascaping Benefits

• Creates vibrant red contrast against green aquatic plants.

• Works beautifully in midground and background placements.

• Adds fine, needle-like texture for a natural and dynamic layout.

📦 What You’ll Receive

Sold as fresh-cut, bunched, or potted plants:

• Fresh-Cut Plants: Approx. 6 loose fresh-cut stems without roots

• Bunched Plants: Approx. 6 fresh-cut stems without roots, bundled with foam and plant weight

• Potted Plants: Approx. 6 fresh-cut stems without roots, potted in a net pot with rockwool

⚠️ Disclaimer

Ludwigia Brevipes ships in its emersed form with green leaves. Submersion and proper aquarium conditions will gradually trigger the transformation to red foliage. Patience during this transition is required.

🚫 State Restrictions Notice ♻️ Be a Responsible Aquatic Plants Owner

Please check your local and state regulations regarding aquarium plant restrictions before purchasing. Never release plants into natural waterways.