Ludwigia repens

The easy red that actually shows up.

If you want colour without turning your tank into a science experiment, this is it. Ludwigia repens gives you warm reds, oranges, and bronzy tones depending on your setup - without being a pain about it.

Not too demanding, not too slow, not too fussy. Just solid, reliable colour.

🌿 Why you want it

• Reliable red/orange tones without being high maintenance
• Great contrast against greens and darker plants
• Easy to grow - good for beginners getting into coloured plants
• Trims into a nice, bushy group

✂️ The trimming play

Trim and replant the tops to thicken it up.
Cut lower for a fuller bush, or higher if you want height - it’s pretty forgiving.

📍 Where it fits

• Best in the midground to background
• Usually grows around 20-40cm, depending on trimming

💡 Care

• Light: medium to high (more light = better reds)
• CO₂: not required, but improves colour and growth
• Growth: moderate to fast
• Propagation: cut and replant stems

💧 Water tolerance

Very adaptable - soft to hard water, no stress. Handles a wide range of conditions without throwing a fit.

💬 TBC take

This is your “first proper colour” plant.
If AR feels like too much work, start here.

Low drama, good colour, and actually enjoyable to grow.