Description
This Pogostemon, occurring from India to Southeast Asia, was introduced to Europe from Laos. First labeled Pogostemon stellatus 'Octopus', its true identity was revealed in 2013. The fast-growing, easy plant develops very narrow, long leaves.
Source
Flowgrow
Characteristic
Also known as Pogostemon stellatus 'Octopus'
Very narrow, long leaves
Light green with reddish hues
Fast growth rate
Very easy
Synonyms
Dysophylla quadrifolia Benth., Eusteralis quadrifolia (Benth.) Panigrahi
Complete Botanical Name
Pogostémon quadrifólius (Bentham) Kuntze
Family
Lamiaceae
Genus
Pogostemon
Misapplied Names
Pogostemon stellatus ''Octopus''
Category
Rare Plants
Difficulty
very easy
Growth
very fast
pH Value
6-7
Carbonate Hardness
1-18 dKH
Propagation
Cuttings
Can Grow Emersed?
yes
Texture
langblättrig
