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POGOSTEMON STELLATUS – In Vitro Aquarium Plant, Vibrant and Ornamental for Background Placement
Pogostemon stellatus is one of the most captivating and showy stem plants for aquariums, delivering unique color contrasts with its oblong leaves that feature violet undersides and upper surfaces shifting from green to red depending on light intensity. Native to Asia, this species grows up to 40 cm tall with medium growth speed, making it perfect for background placement, where it serves as a striking focal point in planted layouts. For optimal results, Pogostemon stellatus needs a well-lit environment, balanced fertilization (including iron), and strong CO₂ supplementation. With proper care, it provides extraordinary color displays and brings movement and vibrancy to aquascaping designs.
How to plant:
Remove the plant from the cup and thoroughly rinse off the gel under running water
Divide into small clumps (1-2 cm)
Plant closely into the substrate using tweezers
Watch it grow into a uniform, compact cluster
Key features:
Placement: background (third plane)
Origin: Asia
Growth: medium
Height: up to 40 cm
Light: strong
CO₂: strong
Oblong leaves with green, red, and violet hues
Ideal ornamental focal point for aquascaping
In vitro culture: free of snails, pests, and algae
Why choose Pogostemon stellatus in vitro:
Pogostemon stellatus is perfect for aquarists looking to add a vibrant, exotic, and refined decorative element to their aquarium. The in vitro cultivation ensures quality, safety, and rapid adaptability, while its striking color features make any layout more dynamic and visually captivating.
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