Ludwigia Atlantis is a rare and vibrant mutation of Ludwigia Repens, prized for its extraordinary variegated foliage and intense coloration. With green, pink to red stems and yellow-striped leaves that resemble its cousin Ludwigia sp. Red Skeleton, this plant showcases an ever-changing palette of green, yellow, red, and deep orange. When grown submerged, Ludwigia Atlantis transforms into a showpiece, developing warm reddish-orange tones that stand out beautifully in any planted aquarium or aquascape design.
Key Features & Benefits
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Rare Variegated Mutation: A unique variant of Ludwigia repens with striped yellow leaves and multicolor stems
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Color-Changing Foliage: Displays a dynamic range of colors—green, yellow, red, and dark orange—especially vibrant when submerged
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Moderate Light, High Impact: Easily develops red hues even under moderate lighting conditions
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Eye-Catching Accent Plant: Ideal for background or midground use in aquascapes needing a bold splash of color
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Easy to Grow: Beginner-friendly; adapts well to most aquarium setups with basic lighting and care
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Propagation: Grows quickly and propagates through stem cuttings
Why Choose Ludwigia Atlantis?
Aquarists often seek that perfect accent plant to elevate their aquascape—and Ludwigia Atlantis delivers just that. Unlike ordinary green stem plants, its vivid multicolor foliage adds visual interest and contrast that captivates the eye. This plant not only enhances the aesthetic of your aquarium but also grows easily, turning red even without intense lighting. It’s ideal for both hobbyists wanting an easy-care red plant and experienced aquascapers looking to enrich their layouts with something rare and expressive. Whether placed in the background for a colorful backdrop or midground for added depth, Ludwigia Atlantis is sure to become a highlight in your underwater landscape.
Elevate your aquascape with our premium selection of versatile aquatic plants, available in the following convenient formats:
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Fresh-Cut Plants: Includes approximately 6+ loose, fresh-cut stems without roots. Perfect for flexible planting arrangements.
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Fresh-Cut Bunched: Approximately 6+ fresh-cut stems without roots, bundled with foam and a plant weight for easy placement.
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Fresh-Cut Potted: About 6+ fresh-cut stems without roots, securely potted in a net pot with rockwool, ensuring stability and healthy growth.
Choose the format that best suits your aquascaping needs and create a vibrant, lush underwater environment with our premium aquatic plants.
Disclaimer: Pictures are not the actual plants you will receive, but a sample representation. Unless specific, we don't guarantee aquatic plants will be free of pests, and pesticides, grow emerged, or submerge.
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Scientific Name
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Ludwigia repens ‘Atlantis’
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Common Name
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Ludwigia Dark Orange
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Placement
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Midground, Background
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CO2
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Not required
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Growth Rates
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Medium
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Difficulty Level
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Easy
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Nutrient Substrate
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Required
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Can it grow emerged?
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Yes
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Lighting Requirements
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Medium - High
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