🌿 Ludwigia inclinata var. verticillata ‘Cuba’ – Cuban Ludwigia

Ludwigia inclinata var. verticillata ‘Cuba’, commonly known as Cuban Ludwigia, is one of the most captivating and colorful stem plants in the aquarium world. Originating from the Isla de la Juventud (Isle of Youth) in Cuba, this elegant species is prized for its whorled, narrow leaves and its ability to display a stunning gradient of yellow, orange, and deep red hues under optimal aquarium conditions.

🌟 Key Features

• Scientific Name: Ludwigia inclinata var. verticillata ‘Cuba’

• Common Name: Cuban Ludwigia

• Family: Onagraceae

• Origin: Isla de la Juventud, Cuba

• Growth Rate: Fast

• Difficulty: Medium

✨ Highlight Traits:

• Brilliant Coloration: Displays vibrant yellow-to-red tones with coppery new growth under strong light and CO₂ supplementation.

• Fine-Textured Foliage: Narrow leaves arranged in symmetrical whorls create a refined, feathery appearance.

• Dual Growth Forms: Produces green, oval leaves and yellow blooms in its emersed form, while submerged growth reveals its full red-orange beauty.

• Perfect for Aquascaping: Provides a stunning focal point for midground to background areas in planted tanks.

🌱 Growth & Propagation

• Lighting Needs: Moderate to high (0.5 – 1 watt per liter or equivalent intensity)

• CO₂ Requirement: Recommended for optimal coloration and growth speed

• Nutrients: Thrives with balanced macronutrients and trace elements; iron supplementation enhances red tones

• Water Parameters:

  • pH: 4.0 – 7.0

  • KH: 0 – 8°dKH

  • GH: 0 – 30°dGH

  • Temperature: 18°C – 30°C (64°F – 86°F)

• Propagation: Easily propagated through cuttings; replant trimmed tops for best results

• Nutrient Substrate: Required

• Can Be Grown Emersed: Yes

🪴 Tip: Avoid excessive trimming of the base stem—replant healthy tops instead, as the remaining lower portion may deteriorate.

🖼️ Aquascaping Benefits

• Adds rich color contrast to green aquascapes, especially in Dutch or Nature-style layouts.

• The fine-leaved structure softens transitions between plant groupings.

• Creates a dynamic color gradient when grown in clusters, adding natural visual flow to the aquarium.

📦 What You’ll Receive

Sold as loose fresh-cut plants, bunched plants, or potted plants:

• Fresh Cut Plants: Approximately 6 individual, loose-cut stems without roots

• Bunched Plants: Approximately 6 stems without roots, bundled with foam and a plant weight

• Potted Plants: Approximately 6 stems without roots, potted in rockwool and net pot

⚠️ Disclaimer

Color intensity may vary depending on lighting, CO₂ levels, and nutrient availability. The plant may appear more green upon arrival and will gradually develop red and orange hues under proper aquarium conditions.

🚫 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.