🌿 Ludwigia marilia

Rare South American stem plant with round leaves and unique coloration

Ludwigia marilia is a rare and highly sought-after aquatic plant from the surroundings of Marília in São Paulo, Brazil. This plant has not yet been determined to species and is extremely scarce in the aquarium trade, making it a true collector’s item. At Aquarium Plants Factory nursery, we cultivate this plant in its emersed form where the leaves remain green, but once submerged, they transform into light green to light orange tones, especially at the shoot tips.

With its roundish-elliptical leaves and fast growth habit, Ludwigia marilia is an outstanding choice for aquascapers seeking a plant that combines rarity, elegance, and vibrant color contrasts.

🌟 Key Features:

• Scientific Name: Ludwigia sp. “Marilia”

• Origin: Marília, São Paulo, Brazil

• Leaf Shape: Round to elliptical, about 3 cm long and 2 cm wide

• Color Range: Light green to light orange tones, with reddish hues under strong light

• Growth Habit: Fast-growing, upright stems reaching 50+ cm, capable of floating when untrimmed

• Rarity: Rare in trade, not commonly available elsewhere

🌱 Growth & Propagation:

• Difficulty: Easy

• Growth Speed: Fast

• Lighting Needs: Medium to strong

• CO₂: Not required (but benefits from stable nutrient supply)

• Water Hardness (Max): Medium

• Recommended Care Height: 15–60 cm

• Nutrient Substrate: Required for best performance

• Can Be Grown Emersed: Yes

• Propagation: By head cuttings or partial cuttings, producing numerous side shoots

🖼️ Aquascaping Benefits:

• Adds a rare and unique focal point with roundish leaves and soft coloration

• Works beautifully as a background grouping in larger aquariums (30–50 cm height)

• In open tanks, develops attractive floating leaves, forming a natural thicket on the water surface

• Suitable for South American biotope aquariums

📦 What You’ll Receive:
Enhance your aquarium with our versatile selection of high-quality aquatic plants, available in three convenient formats:

• Fresh-Cut Plants: Includes approximately 6 loose, fresh-cut stems without roots. Perfect for flexible planting arrangements.

• Fresh-Cut Bunched: Approximately 6 fresh-cut stems without roots, bundled with foam and a plant weight for easy placement.

• Fresh-Cut Potted: About 6 fresh-cut stems without roots, securely potted in a net pot with rockwool, ensuring stability and healthy growth.

⚠️ Disclaimer:
As with many stem plants, some leaf loss or melting may occur during shipping and transition. With proper care and pruning, Ludwigia marilia adapts quickly and produces fresh submerged growth.

🚫 State Restrictions Notice ♻️ Be a Responsible Aquatic Plants Owner.
Certain aquatic plants may be restricted or regulated in some U.S. states. Always check your local and state regulations before purchasing or introducing plants into natural waterways. Never release aquarium plants into the wild.