Pogostemon helferi - Tissue Culture Cup

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Pogostemon helferi - Tissue Culture Cup

Product Details

Contents: One tissue culture cup of Pogostemon helferi

Dimensions: 8cm x 5cm

General Description

  • Common Name(s): Downoi, Little Star Plant
  • Scientific Name: Pogostemon helferi
  • Visual Description: Small, unique star-shaped leaves with a crisp green color

Growing Conditions

  • Light Requirements: Medium
  • Water Requirements: Freshwater, can tolerate a range of water hardness
  • Temperature Range: 22°C to 28°C
  • Humidity Preferences: Submerged growth preferred

Planting & Care

  • Substrate Preferences: Nutrient-rich, fine-grained substrate
  • Fertilization Needs: Moderate, responds well to liquid fertilizers
  • Propagation Methods: Division of the root system or from cuttings
  • Pruning/Tidying Up: Trim to maintain compact size and prevent overgrowth

Placement

  • Aquarium Placement: Foreground or as a carpeting plant
  • Attachment: Not applicable
  • Spacing Requirements: Space clumps about 5cm apart to allow for spreading

Compatibility

  • Aquarium Compatibility: Excellent with peaceful fish and shrimp
  • Pest/Disease Resistance: Resistant to most common aquatic pests

Special Requirements or Tips

  • Special Care Instructions: Ensure consistent CO2 for optimal growth
  • Seasonal Care: Stable conditions year-round promote steady growth

Ecological Impact

  • Invasiveness: Non-invasive under controlled aquarium conditions
  • Benefit to Wildlife: Provides shelter and foraging ground for small aquatic animals

Pogostemon helferi - Tissue Culture Cup

$34.20 $45.55 24% Off