Broadleaf Ludwigia (Ludwigia sp. ‘Broadleaf’) – The Bold Brushstroke of the Aquascape 🎨🌿

Scientific Name: Ludwigia sp. ‘Broadleaf’
Category: Aquatic Plants (Stem Plant)

🍁 Wide Leaves, Wide Appeal

If Ludwigia species were paintbrushes, Broadleaf Ludwigia would be the bold stroke that brings the whole aquascape to life. With its larger, fuller leaves and dramatic color shifts, this variant stands out beautifully among finer-leaved stems. Expect a gorgeous blend of green, bronze, orange, and red tones depending on light and nutrients, giving your aquarium a warm, artistic, and nature-rich aesthetic.

Broadleaf Ludwigia provides excellent texture contrast and makes a stunning midground to background focal plant. It’s shrimp-friendly and offers great cover for fry and small fish thanks to its dense, leafy growth pattern.

🔍 What to Expect:

• Leaf Shape: Broad, ovate, and eye-catching

• Color: Green in low light; orange-red tones in higher light

• Height: 10–20 inches (25–50 cm)

• Growth Rate: Moderate to fast

• Best Placement: Midground or background in grouped stems

💧 Care & Conditions:

• Light: Medium to high (high light enhances red/orange hues)

• CO₂: Recommended for best growth and color

• Temp: 68–82°F (20–28°C)

• pH: 6.2–7.6

• Nutrients: Benefits from iron and regular dosing for richer coloration

✅ Why You’ll Love It:

• Broader leaves add bold contrast and structure

• Provides vibrant color without being overly demanding

• Shrimp and fry love grazing and hiding among the leaves

• Excellent for Nature, Dutch, and show aquascapes

• Easy enough for intermediate hobbyists getting into color plants

🎁 Bonus Tip:

Trim and replant healthy tops to create dense, bushy clusters—this keeps the plant full and colorful while preventing a leggy lower stem section. ✂️🍁

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