Needle Leaf Ludwigia (Ludwigia Arcuata) is a delicate stem plant with thin, pointed leaves that grow in opposite pairs along the stem — green or red depending on the iron available in the water. This potted format arrives rooted and ready to plant.
| Skill Level |
Moderate |
| CO2 |
Optional (recommended for the best red coloration) |
| Requires Aqua Soil |
Recommended |
| Type |
Stem |
| Max Height |
10-20" |
| Placement |
Midground to background |
| Light Level |
Medium to High (approx. 50-100 PAR) |
| Origin |
North America |
| Other |
Fragile — handle with care. High iron dosing brings out the deepest red tones. Also available as a Bunch and as a Tissue Culture cup. |
Care & Planting: Remove from pot, then plant into substrate. Propagate by cutting the main stem and replanting cuttings.
A note on appearance: Many stem plants, including this one, are harvested in their above-water (emersed) form, and the photo may not reflect how it looks once fully adjusted to life underwater. Leaf shape and coloration commonly shift as the plant transitions to submersed growth — don't be surprised if new growth looks different from what arrived in your order. Give it a few weeks to acclimate before judging its final look.
