Ludwigia Arcuata is a delicate and striking stem plant that brings warm orange-red hues and vertical rhythm to any freshwater aquarium. With its thin, needle-like leaves and rich colors in bright light, this plant is a favorite of aquascapers around the world.
Suitable for both beginners and advanced aquascapers, Ludwigia Arcuata is easy to grow and offers visual contrast to your composition – especially when planted in a group in the background or middle ground. It prefers medium to bright light, CO₂ and a rich substrate. Suitable for aquascaping and easy to maintain with regular pruning. It brings contrast and movement to any underwater composition.
Lighting Requirements & PAR Values for Ludwigia Arcuata
- Minimum PAR: 40–50 μmol/m²/s (for life support)
- Optimal PAR: 70–100 μmol/m²/s (for intensive growth and reddish coloration)
- Maximum PAR: 100+ μmol/m²/s (with addition of CO₂ and micro/macro fertilizers)
Ludwigia Arcuata exhibits the most intense red tones under strong lighting and a stable CO₂ system. At low PAR the plant remains greenish and grows more slowly.
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