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Ludwigia Mini Super Red Potted – Vibrant Midground Aquarium Plant for Aquascaping & Planted Tanks
 
Ludwigia Mini Super Red is a compact midground aquarium plant prized for its fiery red leaves that create striking colour contrast in aquascapes. Ideal for hobbyists seeking to add depth and visual drama, it thrives under moderate to high lighting with CO2 supplementation. Perfect for both beginner and experienced aquascapers aiming for high-impact planted layouts.
 
KEY BENEFITS
Brilliant red foliage adds a vivid pop to midground areas
Compact growth ideal for small to medium aquascapes
Enhances depth and layering when paired with green foreground plants
Supports natural-looking aquascapes in nature-style and Dutch layouts
Provides shelter and surfaces for small shrimp and fry
Performs consistently under stable CO2 and nutrient conditions
 
IDEAL FOR
Nature-style and Dutch aquascapes
Nano tanks, small display tanks, and midground accenting
Beginner to advanced aquascapers looking for colour contrast
Shrimp and community tanks
Layouts requiring a compact red midground plant
 
CARE SNAPSHOT
Difficulty: Moderate
Lighting: Medium to high
CO2: Recommended
Growth: Moderate
Placement: Midground
 
Ludwigia Mini Super Red is a standout midground plant that brings vibrant red tones to any aquascape. Its small, rounded leaves grow densely along upright stems, forming neat clusters that contrast beautifully with green foreground carpeting plants or taller background species.
This plant thrives under moderate to high lighting, which enhances its red pigmentation. With CO2 and proper nutrients, Ludwigia Mini Super Red maintains a compact, upright growth, making it perfect for creating colour-rich midground zones in planted aquariums.
Unique for its intense red hue at a smaller size, it allows aquascapers to achieve high-impact colour without overpowering other plants in the layout. Regular trimming encourages branching, keeping the plant bushy and visually balanced.
Some colour fading may occur under low light or low CO2 conditions. Ensuring stable parameters will help it retain its characteristic deep red shade.
 
SPECIFICATIONS
Scientific name: Ludwigia sp. 'Mini Super Red'
Common name: Mini Super Red
Origin: Southeast Asia
Height: 10–15 cm
Placement: Midground
Lighting: Medium to high
CO2: Recommended
Temperature: 22–28°C
pH: 6.0–7.5
 
CARE GUIDE
Planting
Remove the plant from its pot and rinse off any rock wool. Plant stems individually or in small groups in aquasoil using tweezers to encourage even spreading. Space stems slightly to allow light penetration and avoid shading lower leaves.
Trimming
Trim the top growth regularly to encourage branching and maintain compactness. Use trimmed stems to propagate new plants.
Feeding
A nutrient-rich substrate is essential for vibrant red coloration. Supplement with liquid fertilisers, especially those rich in iron, to maintain strong pigmentation.
CO2 Notes
CO2 injection is recommended for optimal colour and growth. While low-tech setups can support survival, bright red coloration and bushy growth are best achieved in a CO2-enriched environment.
 
FAQ SECTION
Does Ludwigia Mini Super Red need CO2?
It can survive without CO2, but growth is slower and red coloration will be less intense. CO2 ensures compact, healthy growth.
Why is my Ludwigia turning green?
Red pigmentation fades under low light or insufficient nutrients. Adjust lighting and supplement iron-rich fertilisers to restore colour.
How fast does it grow?
It grows moderately, forming dense midground clusters under ideal conditions.
Can it be used in nano tanks?
Yes, its small size and compact growth make it ideal for smaller aquariums.
Is it shrimp-safe?
Absolutely. Its leaves offer excellent grazing surfaces and hiding spots.
How do I propagate it?
Trim healthy stems and replant them in substrate; they will develop new shoots over time.
 
PAIRS WELL WITH
Aquasoil substrates for strong root development
Pressurised CO2 systems for optimal colour and growth
Liquid fertilisers rich in iron for vibrant pigmentation
Foreground plants like Dwarf Hairgrass or Monte Carlo
Background plants with contrasting green foliage
Hardscape features such as stones or driftwood to enhance colour contrast