Water
Ludwigia peruviana thrives in consistently wet to waterlogged soil and can tolerate standing water, making it ideal for pond edges or bog gardens. Ensure the substrate remains saturated, especially during the growing season.
Also known as Peruvian Primrosebush · Primrose-Willow · Water-Primrose
Peruvian Primrose-Willow (Ludwigia peruviana) is a semi-aquatic perennial herb known for its bright yellow flowers and ability to thrive in wet conditions.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
70% intensity
Can tolerate some shade but may flower less.
Keep soil consistently moist to waterlogged.
100% intensity
Tolerates standing water.
Tolerates a wide range of soils, prefers moist to wet, fertile conditions.
50% intensity
Grows best in temperatures between 18-25 °C.
70% intensity
Can tolerate cooler temperatures but may die back in frost.
Outdoor, Aquatic
50% intensity
Feed monthly during the growing season with diluted liquid fertilizer.
50% intensity
Avoid over-fertilization.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic to pets and humans.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Ludwigia peruviana thrives in consistently wet to waterlogged soil and can tolerate standing water, making it ideal for pond edges or bog gardens. Ensure the substrate remains saturated, especially during the growing season.
Prune to maintain desired shape and size, and to encourage bushier growth. Remove dead or damaged stems at any time. Pinching back young plants can promote a more compact form.
Regular pruning helps prevent it from becoming leggy.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings taken during the growing season. Seeds can also be sown in moist soil. Cuttings root readily in water or moist potting mix, providing a simple method for plant multiplication.
Repot container-grown plants annually or when root-bound, preferably in spring. Use a well-draining potting mix amended with compost. Ensure the new pot has adequate drainage holes.
For aquatic setups, repotting is less frequent.
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Where Peruvian Primrose-Willow (Ludwigia peruviana) is found
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Myrtales |
| Family | Onagraceae |
| Genus | Ludwigia |
| Species | Ludwigia peruviana |
Similar in genus Ludwigia
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