{"product_id":"ludwigia-super-mini-red","title":"Ludwigia Super Mini Red","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eBiosecurity Shipping Limitations apply\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eShipping Allowed?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTasmania\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWestern Australia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNorthern Territory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAll Other States\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAbout Ludwigia Super Mini Red\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLudwigia Super Mini Red\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact, highly colourful stem plant prized for its intense red foliage and smaller growth habit. It is an excellent choice for aquascapers looking to introduce a strong splash of colour without the plant becoming overly large or dominating the layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder strong lighting and stable CO₂, the foliage can develop \u003cstrong\u003edeep red, burgundy and ruby tones\u003c\/strong\u003e, with the newest growth often displaying particularly vivid colour. Its compact nature makes it especially useful for the \u003cstrong\u003eforeground to midground\u003c\/strong\u003e, where it can create dense groups and strong colour contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegular trimming encourages branching and helps maintain the compact appearance that makes this variety so desirable. Planting several stems together will produce a much fuller and more impressive display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the best results, provide good lighting, consistent CO₂ and a balanced supply of macro- and micronutrients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eLudwigia\u003c\/em\u003e sp. 'Super Mini Red'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ludwigia Super Mini Red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Onagraceae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stem Plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Foreground to Midground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to High\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCO₂:\u003c\/strong\u003e Recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.5–7.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–28°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft to Moderately Hard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stem Cuttings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red, Ruby and Burgundy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAquarium Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freshwater\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I get Ludwigia Super Mini Red to become red?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrong lighting, stable CO₂ and balanced nutrition are the key factors. Good light intensity generally encourages stronger red pigmentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need CO₂?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can survive without injected CO₂, but \u003cstrong\u003eCO₂ is highly recommended\u003c\/strong\u003e for compact growth, stronger colour and overall plant health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow large does Ludwigia Super Mini Red get?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt remains relatively compact compared with many Ludwigia varieties, making it particularly useful for smaller aquascapes and detailed layouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere should I plant it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is best suited to the \u003cstrong\u003eforeground or midground\u003c\/strong\u003e, particularly when grown as a dense group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I propagate it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimply cut healthy stems above a node and replant the tops into the substrate. The remaining stem can produce new side shoots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is my Ludwigia losing its red colour?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLow light, insufficient CO₂, nutrient deficiencies or excessive shading can all contribute to weaker coloration and greener growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Mistakes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e❌ Using insufficient lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e❌ Allowing taller plants to shade the Ludwigia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e❌ Keeping CO₂ levels inconsistent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e❌ Expecting intense red colour in a low-tech setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e❌ Neglecting micronutrients\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e❌ Failing to trim regularly to maintain compact growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Apex Aquatic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49336084562059,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0579\/8353\/3195\/files\/UL1DT5A-8CFS-yjmjGkVSDQJf-5Ky7oCOIvmSM_IjH-eob2PonmnzjVb-XSyWgZDjgaGkr-DggdSBAdi8bZ1ptLmbYou_y1pyNq5tM3fLk1nY8pHRfUz_gCDGNNn6wIRURYX-rHQ9YkhIREhq11OcT7IZdceDSweu_-yAYTmd6P7Wq9Z-6WgFp9.jpg?v=1789009520","url":"https:\/\/apexaquatic.com.au\/products\/ludwigia-super-mini-red","provider":"Apex Aquatic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}