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Ludwigia repens "Mesakana"

Family: Onagraceae
Genus: Ludwigia

Difficulty

Easy

Light

Medium to High

Usage

Red Accent
Background
Midground

Ideal Conditions

Temperature

4-28°C(opt: 24°C)

CO2

15-40mg/L

pH

5-7.5

Nutrients

Description

According to Kasselmann (2010), Ludwigia "Mesakana" is a form of Ludwigia repens, although it also resembles the hybrid L. palustris x repens. The leaves of this plant grow larger and have a rounder shape compared to other varieties of L. repens and L. palustris x repens. They are also more colorful and display a more pronounced pattern. This Ludwigia requires high micronutrient supply, is competitive with other Ludwigias, and performs well in softer water. However, the leaves on strong shoots may wilt and be shed without reason, causing the shoots to die off.

Ludwigia repens "Mesakana"

Growth Rate

Fast

Nitrate (NO3): 10-50mg/L
Phosphate (PO4): 0.1-3mg/L
Potassium (K): 5-30mg/L
Iron (Fe): 0.01-0.5mg/L

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