Water parameters
Temperature22–28°C
pH6–7.5
General hardness (GH)2–10 dGH
Recommended range
Overview
Pogostemon erectus is a stem plant from India that, as its name suggests, grows bolt upright. Its fine, needle-like light green leaves are arranged in dense whorls along the stem; planted as a group it creates a soft look reminiscent of small pine branches. In the midground or next to red plants it provides a nice textural contrast. With strong light and regular nutrients it stays dense; if light is insufficient, the lower parts become bare.
Planting and Placement
- Plant the stems in groups of 3–5, 2–3 cm apart, 3 cm deep.
- Place it in the midground in a spot that gets plenty of light.
Care and Fertilization
- Light: High.
- CO₂: Not required but clearly beneficial; with CO₂ it becomes denser and brighter.
- Fertilizer: Regular liquid fertilizer and root tabs; when nutrients are scarce, new leaves turn pale.
- Trimming: Cut from the top; replant the cut tips to keep the group dense.
Propagation
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Common Problems
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- Page created · October 16, 2026