Sreepadma C128 Ludwigia sphaerocarpa| TC Live Plant

Ludwigia sphaerocarpa is a distinctive and relatively uncommon stem plant that adds attractive warm tones and fine texture to planted aquariums. When grown submerged under good lighting, it can develop compact growth with orange, bronze or reddish-brown coloration. Its thick stems tend to grow from creeping to upright, making it an excellent choice for creating a dense and natural-looking plant group.

Features

• Plant Type: Stem plant
• Common Name: Roundfruit Primrose Willow / Globefruit Primrose-willow
• Colour: Green to orange, bronze and reddish-brown depending on conditions
• Growth: Relatively slow to moderate
• Placement: Foreground to midground; can also be used toward the background in smaller aquariums
• Difficulty: Moderate
• Light: Medium to high; stronger lighting helps bring out better coloration
• CO₂: Recommended, especially under stronger lighting
• Height: Approximately 5–20 cm under aquarium conditions, although growth can vary.
• Propagation: Easily propagated by cutting and replanting healthy stem portions
• Aquascaping Use: Nature-style, Dutch-style and detailed planted aquariums

Care & Maintenance

Provide good-quality aquarium lighting, CO₂ and a nutrient-rich substrate for healthy, compact growth and stronger coloration. Regular trimming helps maintain the desired shape and encourages fuller growth. Replanting healthy cuttings is an easy way to create a dense group.