Pogostemon stellata

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Pogostemon stellata is distinguished by its beautiful shape and colour. It is difficult to grow in aquariums. It requires intensive light and the addition of CO2 to grow well. The shortage of micro-nutrients leads to pale leaves, which may be an indication that the aquarium needs fertiliser. Even in good conditions growth sometimes stops suddenly. Plants in aquarium shops are generally low, compact plants grown in marshy conditions, and do not reveal their full glory until planted in the aquarium.

Family Lamiaceae
Continent Asia
Region Asia
Country of origin Asia
Height 15-25 cm
Width 10-20 cm
Light requirements high-very high
Temperature 22-28 °C
Hardness tolerance very soft-medium
pH tolerance 5-7
Growth medium
Demands very difficult