by Tory Jon | Last Updated: November 16, 2022Pond Academy is reader-supported. Buying through links on our site may earn us an affiliate commission. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
Red Ludwigia has been noted as a variation of Ludwigia plants. You can also find it under the name “Ludwigia Repens.”
Other than the Red Ludwigia, there are more than 50 other species similar to it, and they are found in North America, South America, and some other tropical climates. Naturally, this is one of those pond plants that thrive in damp, warm, and sunny conditions.
This popular plant is commonly grown as a submerged plant or as an emergent plant near the pond's edge, where it will consume nutrients that would otherwise fuel algae growth. This helps keep your pond clean and clear!
Ludwigia Palestris Red
Price:Clicking this link to make a purchase may earn us a commission at no additional cost to you.
Scientific Name
Ludwigia repens
Common Names
Red leaf ludwigia, red repens, and water primrose
Plant Type
Marginal plant/submerged plant
Light Requirements
Full sun
Hardiness Zones
USDA Zone 5 - 11
Bloom
Spring to Fall
Grow Up To
36 inches
Flower Color
Yellow
How to Plant Red Ludwigia in a Pond
To plant Ludwigia in a pond, anchor the stems or roots of the plants in 1-2 inches of the substrate, so they don't float back to the surface. You can also plant them in containers and place them on a planting shelve in your pond, as they are emergent plants and will grow above the water's surface.
Ludwigia thrives in various planting media – aquarium gravel, muck, loam, or aquatic soil.
For best results, ensure a minimum spacing of 1 inch among Ludwigia plants. This will prevent any direct nutrient competition among them.
Red Ludwigia Care Guide
Ludwigia is easy to care for if it receives ample sunlight and nutrients from the pond's water. It does grow very quickly if these conditions are met, so be sure to trim the plant regularly and remove any clippings away from the water so they don't unintentionally spread and grow throughout your pond or decompose and cause water quality issues.
To overwinter Ludwigia in colder climates, you can take the plants indoors and allow them to grow in an aquarium or tub (ensure they get ample light). Or simply allow them to die off and replant in Spring.
Ludwigia Palestris Red
Price:Clicking this link to make a purchase may earn us a commission at no additional cost to you.
Red Ludwigia Care Card
Download our free printable care card for the Red Ludwigia plant! Click the care card below and save the PDF file to your computer. You can easily print off the 3x5 care card or access it right from your phone. Get all the important information you need to keep your Red Ludwigia plants healthy and happy!
Plus, we provide a blank card for you to print and fill out yourself. Print it as many times as you like to create cards for all your plants!
Pond Plant Care Card Set
Red Ludwigia Plant FAQs
Does Ludwigia need soil?
Ludwigia does not require soil, as it will root itself into most substrates.
Is Red Ludwigia an easy plant to grow?
The Red Ludwigia plant, when given ample sunlight and nutrients, is very easy to grow and care for. It does grow fast, so you will have to regularly trim and prune it.
%20in%20a%20pond!%20Plus,%20learn%20how%20to%20properly%20care%20for%20Red%20Ludwigia%20throughout%20the%20year%20and%20much%20more!){kind=link}