Upright stem plant with star-like leaf whorls; colours lime-gold under strong light and CO2.

• Scientific name: Pogostemon erectus
• Height: about 30 cm
• Temperature: 22–28 °C
• Water: pH 6.0–7.5
• Minimum tank size: 40 litres
• Lighting: high
• CO₂: recommended for good colour and compact growth
• Care level: moderate
• Supplied as: stem bunch

Rinse before planting. Keep plants moist until they go into the tank; do not let rhizomes or moss dry out.