• Ludwigia rubin Tropica
  • Ludwigia rubin Tropica
  • Ludwigia rubin Tropica
  • Ludwigia rubin
    Ludwigia rubin
  • Ludwigia rubin - Aqua Essentials
  • Ludwigia rubin Tropica
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Ludwigia rubin

Ruby-red lance leaves on a bold vivid Ludwigia rubin midground stem plant

£8.99
£8.99
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Quick Facts

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Common name: Red Ludwigia

Origin: North America

Position in Aquarium: Mid/background

Grows up to (cm): 50 cm

Pot Size: 5 cm

Growth rate: Medium pace
Description

Ludwigia rubin is a handsome red Ludwigia cultivar producing lance-shaped leaves in ruby-red to burgundy that develop most strongly under medium to bright light and CO2. Its upright stem growth and vivid colouration make it a popular midground to background plant in planted aquariums where a reliable, manageable red stem species is needed.

It performs best with CO2 supplementation and medium to bright light for compact growth and sustained red colouration. Without CO2 it remains growable but tends toward olive-green and looser growth. Iron-rich fertilisation and regular trimming encourage the most vibrant, compact new growth and prevent the plant from becoming leggy.

Supplied as an established potted plant, Ludwigia rubin suits aquariums from 50 litres upward. Its manageable care requirements, attractive form, and vivid red tones make it a good choice for hobbyists who want a bold red stem plant with somewhat less demand than the most advanced Ludwigia species.
Plant Sizes

You’ll receive a healthy, rooted plant in a pot, similar to those shown. Each one is hand-checked before dispatch.
Shipping

Same-day dispatch on orders placed before 4pm, Monday to Friday. Tracked 24 Service from £4.99, DPD Express from £6.99.
Ludwigia rubin Tropica
Ludwigia rubin Tropica
Ludwigia rubin
Ludwigia rubin - Aqua Essentials
Ludwigia rubin Tropica

Customers praised this aquarium plant for arriving in excellent condition with healthy stems and strong roots. Many noted "dark reddish undersides" and fast growth. One customer reported most stems melted initially, though one survived and recovered. Shoppers appreciated the quality, quick delivery, and effective packaging.

  • Excellent plant, really healthy with dark reddish undersides to the leaves.
  • Strong healthy plants with lots of roots
  • Plant arrived in excellent condition and almost as tall as my tank.
  • 5 stars: 14 (93%)
  • 4 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 3 stars: 1 (7%)
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  • 1 star: 0 (0%)
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PK (Newtownabbey, GB)

Excellent plant, really healthy with dark reddish undersides to the leaves.

Hi there,

Thank you for your kind review of our Ludwigia rubin plant. We are delighted to hear that you found it to be excellent and in great health. The dark reddish undersides of the leaves are one of our favorite features as well.

Happy underwater gardening!

Aqua Essentials
Customer Service Team

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Samuel

Excellent plant, growing well in plant

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Daniel O.
Great plants

Great plants doing very well

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Herman F.
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Strong healthy plants with lots of roots

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Paul R.
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This plant arrived very quickly and was in excellent condition. It was also very well packaged. I was impressed by the quality of the plant and also the quality of the service.
The plant took a few days to settle in to my aquarium but now is growing quite quickly and will shortly reach the water surface, whereupon I shall take cuttings for planting.

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Fabian B.
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Unfortunately almost all of it melted away, but one stem survived, has rooted heavily and is now growing

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Laurence H.
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Happy with this plant. Very healthy. Much larger leaves than the ludwigia palustris i have, which makes for a nice contrast.

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Elaine H.
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I have never bought aquarium plants online before, I needed some red ones and I know they are quite difficult to find. The plants I have bought from aqua essentials are amazing. Delivery was quick. Will certainly be buying more. Excellant

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michael h.
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very nice plant doing very well

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michael h.
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another excellent plant very pleased

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John E.
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Excellent plant, excellent condition and packaging. Same as all the plants Ive bought from Aquaessentials. I used Express delivery and delivered exactly when they said it would. You pay about £1.00 per plant above other suppliers, but the quality is outstanding. I was shocked when I received them. Please keep up the good work.

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Steven G.
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Arrived in excellent condition, very happy with product, looks great in my tank and growing well.

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David T.T.
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I was a bit sceptical about ordering online, but when my order arrived the plants were very healthy and as described. I would reccomend this company and definitely use them again.

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Marc L.
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Plant arrived in excellent condition and almost as tall as my tank.
Roots already appearing on the stems and no sign of melting so already good for making cuttings. Lower leaves are large and green while the newer leaves closer to the water surface and light are an attractive brownish red. Seems to be a fast grower which I required for an empty area in my tank. I dose seachem fertilisers and liquid CO2 and my tank temperature is at 25 C. Very pleased with this plant.

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Brian N.N.
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CANNOT FAULT THESE PLANTS, FIRST CLASS.

Product FAQs

Helpful details before you buy.

Does Ludwigia rubin need CO2?

CO2 is recommended for compact growth and vivid ruby-red colouration. Without it the plant tends to become more olive-green and less compact.

What light level does it need?

Medium to bright light gives the best results. In low light the red colouration fades significantly.

How demanding is it compared to other red Ludwigia?

It sits in the middle of the range — more colour-dependent on good conditions than standard repens, but generally less demanding than glandulosa or inclinata Cuba.

How do I get the reddest colour?

Medium to bright light, CO2, and iron-rich fertiliser used together will produce the most vivid ruby-red colouration.

How do I propagate it?

Trim stems and replant cuttings in the substrate. Regular trimming keeps internodes short and encourages vivid new growth.