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Ludwigia sphaerocarpa with rosette growth and orange-red foliage
Ludwigia sphaerocarpa with rosette growth and orange-red foliage
Ludwigia sphaerocarpa, commonly known as the Globefruit Primrose-Willow, is a rare and striking aquatic plant native to the wetlands of southwestern North America. With its compact, rosette-like structure and vibrant orange-red foliage, this unique species adds bold color and texture to any freshwater aquarium or planted aquascape.
Ludwigia sphaerocarpa, commonly known as the Globefruit Primrose-Willow, is a rare and striking aquatic plant native to the wetlands of southwestern North America. With its compact, rosette-like structure and vibrant orange-red foliage, this unique species adds bold color and texture to any freshwater aquarium or planted aquascape.
Ludwigia sphaerocarpa, commonly known as the Globefruit Primrose-Willow, is a distinctive and rare aquatic plant that brings vibrant color and unique texture to freshwater aquariums. Native to the wetlands of southwestern North America, this species has recently gained popularity among aquarists for its compact, rosette-like submerged growth and striking orange, red foliage under optimal conditions.
Ludwigia sphaerocarpa, commonly known as the Globefruit Primrose-Willow, is a distinctive and rare aquatic plant that brings vibrant color and unique texture to freshwater aquariums. Native to the wetlands of southwestern North America, this species has recently gained popularity among aquarists for its compact, rosette-like submerged growth and striking orange, red foliage under optimal conditions.
Ludwigia sphaerocarpa is an exceptional choice for aquarists seeking to introduce a rare and visually captivating plant into their freshwater aquariums. Its compact growth habit, vibrant coloration, and ease of care make it a valuable addition to any aquascape, providing both aesthetic beauty and functional benefits to the aquatic environment.
Ludwigia sphaerocarpa is an exceptional choice for aquarists seeking to introduce a rare and visually captivating plant into their freshwater aquariums. Its compact growth habit, vibrant coloration, and ease of care make it a valuable addition to any aquascape, providing both aesthetic beauty and functional benefits to the aquatic environment.
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Ludwigia sphaerocarpa (Globefruit Primrose-Willow)

Ludwigia sphaerocarpa, commonly known as the Globefruit Primrose-Willow, is a rare and striking aquatic plant native to the wetlands of southwestern North America. With its compact, rosette-like structure and vibrant orange-red foliage, this unique species adds bold color and texture to any freshwater aquarium or planted aquascape. Ideal for aquarists seeking something truly special, Ludwigia sphaerocarpa thrives under strong light and nutrient-rich conditions, rewarding care with stunning visual impact.

Key Features:

  • Rosette-Like Compact Growth: Forms dense, low-growing clumps perfect for foreground to midground placement in aquariums.

  • Striking Orange-Red Foliage: Displays intense coloration under strong lighting, creating a warm, eye-catching contrast.

  • Low to Moderate Growth Rate: Requires minimal trimming and maintains a tidy appearance in well-maintained setups.

  • Ideal for Small & Large Tanks: Versatile enough for nano tanks or to accent larger aquascapes without overpowering other species.

Optimal Growing Conditions:

  • Lighting: Requires high lighting to develop compact growth and its signature orange-brown hues.

  • CO₂ & Substrate: Benefits greatly from CO₂ injection and a nutrient-rich substrate to maintain vibrancy.

  • Water Parameters: pH 5.0–7.0 | Temperature 64–82°F (18–28°C)

Aquarium Benefits:

  • Aesthetic Impact: Adds unique texture and color, enhancing the visual depth and natural beauty of any aquascape.

  • Ecosystem Enrichment: Offers shelter and microhabitats for shrimp and small fish species.

  • Easy Propagation: Can be trimmed and replanted easily, allowing for quick spread or layout adjustments.

Care & Propagation Tips:

  • Trimming: Occasional pruning encourages fuller growth and maintains the plant’s attractive shape.

  • Propagation: Simply replant stem cuttings into the substrate to grow new plants with ease.

  • Compatibility: Pairs well with other moderate to high light aquatic plants, making it a great choice for both beginners and advanced hobbyists.

Conclusion:

If you're searching for a rare aquatic plant that delivers vibrant color, compact form, and high visual appeal, Ludwigia sphaerocarpa is a must-have. Its glowing orange-red tones and ease of propagation make it a standout addition to any nature aquarium, aquascape, or planted tank.

  • Sold as a Tissue Culture plants with vitamin liquid/gelp
  • Bag size: Approx. 4 inches. Yield 4 small plants
  • Sustainable growth aquarium plants species
  • Tissue Culture Technology | 100% Free from Snail, Algae, Pathogen, and Bacteria plus Extended Shelf Life on all in Vitro 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.

Scientific Name

 Ludwigia Sphaerocarpa

Synonyms

 Ludwigia sphaerocarpa 'Mini'

Common Name

 Globefruit Primrose-Willow

Misapplied Name

 Ludwigia Pilosa

Placement

 Foreground / Midground

CO2

 Recommended

Color

 Red

Growth Rates

 Slow

Difficulty Level

 Easy

Nutrient Substrate

 Required

Can it grow emerged?

 Yes

Lighting Requirements

 High

 

Handling time for Live Plants orders:
 
Live plants are shipped from Monday - Saturday if you choose United States Postal Services (USPS): Most plant-only orders can ship out within 1-3 business days excluded out-of-stock, pre-order, or backorder products.
UPS 2-Days and UPS Overnight only ship from Monday-Wednesday to ensure they arrived in the same week. Please be mindful we also have 1-2 business days handling time, so please placed your order on or before Tuesday, the cut off time is 6:00 AM Pacific Time (PT)
 
Handling time for Live Animals orders:
Live Animals are shipped from  Monday - Wednesday: Live Animals orders take longer to ship. We only ship Live Animals orders when they can be delivered within the week so they don't spend an extra day in transit on the weekend.
Handling time for Live Animals ranges from 1-5 business days depending on the weather and health of the livestock. We will email tracking information when the order is shipped.
Free Shipping: We offer Free Shipping on eligible orders.
  • Free Shipping will take 2-5 days to reach you
  • If your orders included Live Plants & Live Animals. We will combine the shipment and you will see the flat rate shipping cost at checkout
  • Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Guam, and US Virgin Islands customers are not qualified for the Free Shipping program. Please upgrade to Expedited or Express Mail for faster delivery. 
    Delayed Parcels: Sometimes your packages may take longer than normal to arrive with U.S. Postal Service or our chosen courier. We are legally obliged to wait 15 working days (3 weeks) for a package to be considered lost. See U.S. Postal Service website for further detail. 
    • We cannot be held responsible for any delay caused by U.S. Postal Service but if your packages were lost by the courier service, we will issue a replacement by 50/50, which means we pay 50% and the customers pay 50% plus shipping for the replacement orders.
    Refused Shipment Policy: All customers must keep their address information up-to-date!
    • Please always keep your shipping address up-to-date! ( Debit and Credit Card, Paypal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Amazon Pay, Shopify Pay, Ali Pay, and other payment processing services )
    • Any shipment being refused or shipped back to us by providing a wrong address or other reasons will not be refundable. 
    Cancellations: We understand sometimes thing goes out of control.
    • Please contact us ASAP if you want to cancel your orders. Orders only might be canceled if they are not being shipped by shipping couriers. 

    Return Policy: All sales are final

    • We do not accept returns or exchanges for Live Plants and Live Animals

       WHAT WE GUARANTEE

      24 Hours Live Arrival Guarantee* - In a rare case of live stocks dead on arrival, we must be notified within 24 hours by the same day of delivery. Please take clear photos of the damaged product and send it to us within 24 hours.  Live Arrival Guarantee will be void after 24 hours of delivery. All replacements are considered final and we will not replace the replacement.

      1. Picture requirements: Take at least 2 clear photos of damaged product in their original, unopened & sealed transparent packing and send photos and orders information to our email within 24 hours: aquariumplantsfactory@gmail.com 
      2. Please do not take picture of damaged plants, or animals in your aquarium. Once they have been introduced to your aquarium's ecosystem. It is no longer covered by our guarantee.

      Please be aware that our Live Arrival Guarantee is subject to certain conditions. Specifically, the guarantee will not be applicable in cases where the package is marked as 'invalid address', 'undeliverable' or is 'returned to sender.' This includes situations such as a vacant delivery address, a missing apartment number, or any other issues that prevent the postal service from delivering your package.

      It is crucial to provide accurate and complete shipping information to ensure the successful delivery of your order and the applicability of the Live Arrival Guarantee.

      Please keep in mind that Live Arrival Guarantee only guarantees that live stocks will be alive upon arrival. We cannot guarantee that you will continue to have success with them. Many factors, including the aquarium environment, water quality, nutrient, temperature, lighting, filter, and CO2 system, can contribute to the failure to grow live plants and live animals.

       

      WHAT WE CAN'T GUARANTEE

      Even though our plants are very clean, but we can't guarantee they will be 100% pest-free because we cannot be responsible for your aquarium. Please use it at your own risk. We recommended all customers rinse the plants with clean water and quarantine them before use.

      However, plants in tissue culture will be 100% free from pests, algae and never have been contacting with any aquarium.

      1. Due to the nature of the product. We don't guarantee our plants will be pests free. ( snails, algae, hitchhikers )
      2. We don't guarantee our plants will be free of pesticides. We use homemade, organic pesticides in our greenhouse to control pests. We do not use pesticides that contain copper. Copper is toxic to invertebrates such as aquatic snails, crabs, shrimps, etc
      3. We don't guarantee your aquarium success or are responsible for your aquarium inhabitant including but not limited to fish, shrimp, snail, turtle, etc. So please quarantine all plants when use!
      4. Unless specific, we don't guarantee aquatic plants will be grow emerged or submerge.

      Please review your state's regulations on restricted plants, as we are committed to not shipping plants that are restricted in your area. Do not release any plants into the wild or waterways, as this can harm local ecosystems by introducing invasive species.

      Your cooperation in protecting the environment is appreciated. For continuously updated information, refer to the USDA State Noxious Weed list here.

      Thank you for your responsible commitment to environmental preservation.

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      Came in perfect condition. Have had no melt after a week in my tank

      Ludwigia sphaerocarpa with rosette growth and orange-red foliage
      Ludwigia sphaerocarpa, commonly known as the Globefruit Primrose-Willow, is a rare and striking aquatic plant native to the wetlands of southwestern North America. With its compact, rosette-like structure and vibrant orange-red foliage, this unique species adds bold color and texture to any freshwater aquarium or planted aquascape.
      Ludwigia sphaerocarpa, commonly known as the Globefruit Primrose-Willow, is a distinctive and rare aquatic plant that brings vibrant color and unique texture to freshwater aquariums. Native to the wetlands of southwestern North America, this species has recently gained popularity among aquarists for its compact, rosette-like submerged growth and striking orange, red foliage under optimal conditions.
      Ludwigia sphaerocarpa is an exceptional choice for aquarists seeking to introduce a rare and visually captivating plant into their freshwater aquariums. Its compact growth habit, vibrant coloration, and ease of care make it a valuable addition to any aquascape, providing both aesthetic beauty and functional benefits to the aquatic environment.
      Ludwigia sphaerocarpa with rosette growth and orange-red foliage
      Ludwigia sphaerocarpa, commonly known as the Globefruit Primrose-Willow, is a rare and striking aquatic plant native to the wetlands of southwestern North America. With its compact, rosette-like structure and vibrant orange-red foliage, this unique species adds bold color and texture to any freshwater aquarium or planted aquascape.
      Ludwigia sphaerocarpa, commonly known as the Globefruit Primrose-Willow, is a distinctive and rare aquatic plant that brings vibrant color and unique texture to freshwater aquariums. Native to the wetlands of southwestern North America, this species has recently gained popularity among aquarists for its compact, rosette-like submerged growth and striking orange, red foliage under optimal conditions.
      Ludwigia sphaerocarpa is an exceptional choice for aquarists seeking to introduce a rare and visually captivating plant into their freshwater aquariums. Its compact growth habit, vibrant coloration, and ease of care make it a valuable addition to any aquascape, providing both aesthetic beauty and functional benefits to the aquatic environment.

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