{"product_id":"horizon-ludwigia-senegalensis-tissue-culture","title":"Horizon - Ludwigia senegalensis","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHorizon Ludwigia senegalensis – Tissue Culture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLudwigia senegalensis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, commonly known as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGuinea Ludwigia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, is a striking and highly sought-after aquatic stem plant, admired for its distinctive reddish-orange foliage and intricate leaf patterns. Originating from tropical West Africa, this beautiful species is particularly valued by aquascapers looking to introduce rich colour, texture and contrast into their planted aquariums.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts narrow, oval-shaped leaves develop stunning shades of orange, copper and deep red under optimal conditions, often displaying a distinctive network of darker veins. This unusual pattern gives Ludwigia senegalensis an almost mosaic-like appearance, making it a captivating focal point in any aquascape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest suited to the midground or background of a planted aquarium, this species thrives in well-maintained, high-tech setups with strong lighting, stable CO₂ supplementation and balanced fertilisation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupplied as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHorizon Tissue Culture (TC)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e plant, it is cultivated under sterile laboratory conditions, providing a clean start for your aquarium, free from snails, algae and unwanted pests when the culture remains sealed and uncontaminated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature: 22–28°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH Range: 5.5–7.0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Hardness: Soft to moderately hard water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLighting:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e High. Strong lighting is important for maintaining compact growth and developing its vibrant red and orange coloration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCO₂:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Highly recommended. Consistent CO₂ supplementation supports healthy growth, stronger coloration and improved plant development.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Moderate under optimal conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Midground to background, particularly effective as a colourful accent or focal point.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDifficulty Level:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Advanced. Best suited to experienced aquascapers with established, high-tech planted aquariums.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanting and Maintenance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarefully remove the plant from its tissue culture cup and gently rinse away all nutrient gel using clean water. Divide the plant into small portions and plant the individual stems into a nutrient-rich substrate, allowing sufficient space between them for light penetration and healthy development.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLudwigia senegalensis benefits from consistent macro- and micronutrient fertilisation, particularly adequate iron and other trace elements, alongside stable CO₂ levels and strong lighting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegular trimming encourages branching and helps create a fuller, more compact appearance. Replanting healthy stem cuttings can gradually develop a dense, colourful group.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs with many tissue culture plants, some initial adjustment may occur when transitioning to submerged aquarium conditions. Maintaining stable water parameters and consistent care will encourage healthy new growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Choose Ludwigia senegalensis?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistinctive red, copper and orange foliage with intricate darker leaf patterns.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreates exceptional colour contrast against green aquatic plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn eye-catching focal point for carefully designed aquascapes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal for high-tech planted aquariums with strong lighting and CO₂ supplementation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eResponds well to careful trimming and propagation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupplied as a clean, laboratory-grown Horizon Tissue Culture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e The product image shows Ludwigia senegalensis grown in an established aquarium and is provided for illustrative purposes. 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