Description
Pogostemon erectus, a species from India, differs very much from the standard Pogostemon species in the aquarium hobby. This plant was erroneously imported as Rotala verticillaris, and later on correctly identified as a Pogostemon by means of its flowers. However it has been determined as Pogostemon deccanensis later. Nevertheless we retain the name P. erectus for the time being.
Submerse leaf form of Pogostemon erectus The light green needle-like narrow leaves grow densely on the stems. The plant is especially beautiful when planted in dense groups in the middle or background. When provided with good light (at least 0.5 W/litre), the addition of CO2 and regular fertilisation, this Pogostemon is not especially difficult in cultivation. When cultivated emerged, beautiful candle-like flower spikes with a characteristic smell will form when the plant gets sufficient light.
Source
Flowgrow
Characteristic
Needle-like narrow leaves
Dense foliage
Upright growth habit
Forms a compact group
Nice light green colour
Synonyms
Dysophylla erecta Dalzell, Eusteralis erecta (Dalzell) Panigrahi
Complete Botanical Name
Pogostémon eréctus (Dalzell) Kuntze
Family
Lamiaceae
Genus
Pogostemon
Category
Background
Difficulty
medium
Growth
fast
Carbon Dioxide
need
pH Value
5-7
Temperature Tolerance
18-30℃
Carbonate Hardness
1-14 dKH
General Hardness
0-30 °dGH
Propagation
Cuttings
Can Grow Emersed?
yes
Aquascaping
fine-leaved
