Ludwigia ovalis

[roydooms]

I bought some ludwigia ovalis. Is it normal for it to have root like growth through out the stems? Or should I trim it? I think it'll look better without it. Thanks.

 

[Coleallensmom]

It's normal for stem plants to grow roots along the stem...particularly when they are newly planted and may not be getting enough nutrients from the substrate. If it really bugs you, you can trim them back. You might also try putting a root tab under the substrate near the plant.

Very pretty plant, btw!

 

[roydooms]

It's normal for stem plants to grow roots along the stem...particularly when they are newly planted and may not be getting enough nutrients from the substrate. If it really bugs you, you can trim them back. You might also try putting a root tab under the substrate near the plant.

Very pretty plant, btw!

Thank you Alisha! I just want to know if its ok to trim them. That's what I will do. Thanks again!

 

[mgamer20o0]

you can trim them but i dont see why you should do so. what i would do is unbunch them and plant each stem on its own.

 

[Coleallensmom]

He goesn't want to trim the plants themselves...just the extra roots along the stems.