Ludwigia africana
Care consensus, photos, and the collectors growing it.
- Common name
- Ludwigia africana
- Plant type
- Aquatic plant
- Growth habit
- Floating
- Light
- Full sun
- Watering
- Standing water
- Temperature
- Tropical
- Humidity
- High
- Propagation
- Cutting
- Native range
- African wetlands
- public plants
- 0 public plants
- collectors
- 0 collectors
What Ludwigia africana is
Ludwigia africana is an aquatic plant that rests on the surface of the water. Its floating habit makes it a steady presence in wet environments.
You will notice it thrives when given constant access to standing water. It responds well to the high humidity found in tropical settings.
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People and Ludwigia africana
How our relationship with this plant has changed over time.
- Pre-colonial
Wetland origins
People living near African wetlands have long observed this plant in its natural floating state. It has existed as a feature of tropical water systems for centuries.
- 20th century
Aquatic interest
As indoor water gardening grew in popularity, this species entered the trade. Growers began to appreciate its specific requirements for high light and standing water.
- Modern day
Current cultivation
You now manage this plant primarily through cuttings. It remains a reliable subject for those who maintain tropical aquatic displays.
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Species and cultivars from the same genus, straight out of the reference catalogue.
Frequently asked about Ludwigia africana
Quick answers pulled from the public catalog and care consensus above.
What is Ludwigia africana?
Ludwigia africana is a species in the Ludwigia genus. Commonly known as Ludwigia africana, a aquatic plant, and with a floating growth habit. Native to African wetlands.
How do you care for Ludwigia africana?
Reference care guidance for Ludwigia africana: full sun light, standing water watering, tropical temperatures, and high humidity. Collectors on collecto.rs will refine this as more public specimens are added.
How rare is Ludwigia africana?
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